Curry Stuffed Peppers

Servings: 2 | Serving size: 1 stuffed pepper

Cooking Time: 120 Minutes

This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3, 4.

This recipe does make very good leftovers. Serve cold or reheat gently.

Slice the top off of the pepper, about 1/2 inch below the level of the stem.

Remove the seeds and the veins from the interior and the top of the pepper. Set the empty pepper aside.

Place the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.

When the pan is hot, add the onion and cook for 4 minutes.

Add the garlic and toss well. Cook for about 1 minute.

Add the celery and carrot and cook for two minutes. Toss frequently.

Add the lentils, curry powder, garam masala, and salt. Stir well.

Cook for about 10 minutes until the water has evaporated.

Remove from the heat and set aside to cool for about 20 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 325°F.

After the vegetables have cooled slightly, fold in the chicken and then stuff the peppers with half of the mixture in each of the peppers.

Place the top on each pepper and then loosely wrap the pepper by placing a square of aluminum foil on top and folding down the sides.

Place the peppers in the oven and roast for 60 minutes.

Remove the foil and the top of the pepper.

Place the sliced provolone cheese on top of the chicken mixture inside each pepper.

Replace the top of the pepper and return to the oven. Roast for another 10 minutes, then serve.