1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the rice according to the package instructions and set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the chopped onion and hot pepper until soft.
Add the Italian sausage to the skillet and cook until browned.
Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cooked rice, and season with salt to taste.
Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
Stuff each bell pepper with the sausage and rice mixture.
Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the peppers are tender.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to slightly brown the tops.
Serve hot and enjoy your Italian Stuffed Peppers.