Ingredients

• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable juice
• 1 1/2 cups instant rice
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

Instructions

1. In a large skillet cook sausage 4-6 minutes, drain excess fat.

2. Add green peppers and onions, cook until crisp.

3. Add diced tomatoes and vegetable juice; cook and stir until mixture boils.

4. Remove from heat and stir in rice.

5. Cover and let stand 6-8 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.

6. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand until cheese is melted.