Description
Italian sausage stuffed peppers are a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will impress your family and friends. These vibrant bell peppers are filled with savory Italian sausage, fluffy rice, and aromatic herbs, creating a hearty dish perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for a quick weeknight meal, these stuffed peppers promise satisfaction in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375?F (190?C).
- Slice off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds; chop the tops and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, saut? chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and Italian sausage; cook until browned.
- Stir in cooked rice, tomato sauce, and chopped pepper tops until well combined.
- Stuff each bell pepper with the filling and place them upright in a baking dish with a little water to keep them moist.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 30 minutes; remove foil during the last 5 minutes for a golden finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg