Stuffed Peppers and Stuffed Potatoes

• 2 to 3 large green bell peppers

• 2 to 3 baking potatoes

• Wash and remove top of peppers, scoop out seeds.  Scoop out the potatoes, leaving a thick shell.

• 2/3 pound ground beef’

• 1/3 pound ground pork

• Salt and pepper

• 3/4 cup cooked rice

• Parsley

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 1 egg, beaten

Blend the stuffing ingredients and stuff loosely into the peppers and potatoes.  Place in a large pot with a lid.

Add about 1 inch of water and 1/4 cup tomato paste along with 1 fresh hot pepper.

Bring to a boil.

Simmer, covered, for 1 hour and 10 mintues.