Herby Ricotta Stuffed Peppers
If you’re in search of a delightful dish that captures the essence of Italian cuisine, look no further than Herby Ricotta Stuffed Peppers. These vibrant bell peppers are filled with a creamy, herb-infused ricotta mixture that bursts with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this recipe is not only simple to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. In under an hour, you can enjoy these delicious stuffed peppers as a satisfying main course or as an impressive side dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 bell peppers (any color)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tub (15 oz) ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- ½ cup chopped fresh basil
- ½ handful chopped flat-leaf parsley
- 1 tsp each dried rosemary, dried thyme, fennel seed, and salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 Tbsp oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Halve the bell peppers, remove seeds, and brush with olive oil. Bake for about 20 minutes until slightly softened.
- In a bowl, microwave spinach until wilted (15-30 seconds), then mix it with ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, green onions, herbs, eggs, and spices.
- Fill each pepper generously with the mixture.
- Combine breadcrumbs with oil and sprinkle on top of each pepper.
- Bake again at 350°F (176°C) for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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