3 peppers, halved (should be seeded and membranes removed)
2 tbsp. onions, chopped
4 tbsp. butter, melted
2 c. brown or white rice, cooked
1 tbsp. bran
1/2 tsp. ground thyme
1 1/4 c. creamed cottage cheese
2/3 c. tomato sauce

Parboil peppers in boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain. Cook onion in 2 tablespoons butter until brown. Pour over rice. Add bran and thyme. Mix well. Stir in cheese and tomato sauce. Spoon onto peppers. Brush peppers with remaining butter. Bake at 375 degrees F for 30 minutes. Serves 6.

Optional - shred chives and place on top of peppers for last 5 minutes of cooking - BE CAREFUL NOT TO BURN.