single layer so they form little cups. It’s okay if they overlap slightly or lean on each other.
In a medium bowl, stir together the Italian sausage, cooked rice, 1 cup of the marinara sauce, and 1/2 cup of the shredded mozzarella until everything is well combined. The mixture will be thick and a little sticky.
Spoon the sausage mixture evenly into each raw pepper half, gently pressing it down so it fills the peppers all the way to the top.
