Cut tops off peppers, seed and rinse. Simmer under medium heat in salted water for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
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Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet until hot. Saute chopped green peppers (from tops) with onion and celery for about 5 minutes or until soft. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, crused garlic, oregano, basil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp of pepper.
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In large mixing bowl, combine egg with remaining 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper and Worcestershire sauce. Gently stir to blend, add gound beef, cooked rice, and 1 cup of the tomato mixture. Miux well. Stuff peppers with meat mixgture and place in a 3-quart baking dish. Pour remaining tomato mixture over the p0eppers. Bake at 350 degrees for 55 to 60 minutes. If desired, top the peppers with a little shredded cheese just before done.
