If you want to try a different whole grain, swap out the rice for millet.

The peppers are fragile after cooking, so use tongs to gently remove them from the slow cooker.

Pour 1 1/2 cups of the puree into a large bowl and set aside.

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Pour the remaining puree into a 6-quart slow cooker.

Stir in tomato paste, 1 teaspoon salt, cinnamon and cloves.

Repeat with the remaining peppers and stand them upright in a large bowl or container.

Evenly fill the peppers with the bean mixture.

Arrange the peppers upright in the slow cooker; top with the pepper lids.

Cover and cook on High for 6 hours.

Serve in shallow bowls with the sauce.

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