Tangy Red Bulgur

Directions

Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Cook pepper(s) and squash(es) until tender-crisp, 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in Bloody Mary mix or vegetable juice, bulgur, lemon juice, and basil. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to Low. Cover and simmer 5 to 8 minutes or until liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.

Garnish with green onions. May be served warm or as a salad at room temperature.

To Microwave: In a 2-quart microwave-safe casserole dish, combine oil, red pepper and zucchini. Cover with lid; microwave on high 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender-crisp, stirring twice during cooking. Add vegetable juice, bulgur, lemon juice, and basil. Cover and microwave 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed, stirring twice during cooking. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Garnish with green onions.

Crockpot: Add all the ingredients except the basil and green onions and cook on Low for 8 hours, adding the basil after 7½ hours. Garnish with green onions just before serving.