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Sausage Stuffed Peppers

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A vibrant dish of tender bell peppers filled with savory sausage, rice, and cheese, baked to perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large Bell Peppers (variety of colors)
  • 1 pound Ground Sausage (Italian preferred)
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice (white, brown, or quinoa)
  • 1 medium Onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce
  • 1 cup Cheese (shredded, mozzarella or cheddar)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • Salt and Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prep the peppers by slicing off the tops and removing seeds and membranes.
  3. Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  4. Sauté the onion and garlic in the skillet until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Mix in the cooked rice, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until combined.
  6. Stuff each pepper shell with the sausage mixture, packing them full.
  7. Top with shredded cheese.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes covered with foil, then remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  9. Serve with fresh herbs on top.

Notes

Play around with various fillings to suit your taste. These peppers freeze well before baking for future meals.

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Keywords: stuffed peppers, sausage recipe, comfort food, Italian cuisine, baked peppers

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