Microwave Stuffed Green Peppers

In medium glass bowl, crumble ground beef; stir in onions. Heat 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 minutes on High until beef is brown, stirring once; drain.

Stir in 1 can tomato sauce, water, 1 tablespoon cheese, salt and pepper.

Heat, covered, 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 minutes on High. Stir in rice; let stand, covered, 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, cut peppers in half lengthwise.

Remove seeds and rinse.

Spoon beef-rice filling into each half; place in oblong baking dish. Top with remaining sauce and cheese.

Heat, covered, 10 to 12 minutes on High until peppers are tender.

Let stand, covered, 5 minutes before serving.