Gridiron Green Peppers

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Hearty green peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of pork and beans, smoked sausage, and tangy ketchup sauce.
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Gridiron Green Peppers

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 20.0

Description

These Gridiron Green Peppers are a comforting American classic that transforms simple ingredients into a satisfying meal. The mild, crisp green pepper shells are lightly steamed to retain their shape and vibrant color before being filled with a rich, hearty mixture. The filling combines the sweetness of pork and beans with the smoky depth of sliced sausages, balanced by a tangy ketchup and mustard sauce. Finished with a sprinkle of melted cheddar cheese, this dish offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. It is an excellent side dish or a light main course, perfect for casual family dinners, potlucks, or when you crave something nostalgic and home-style. The combination of sweet, smoky, and savory notes makes it a crowd-pleaser every time.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. Cut the tops off the green peppers and remove the seeds and white membranes from the inside to create hollow shells.
  3. Steam the hollowed pepper shells over boiling salted water for about 5 minutes until they are slightly tender but still hold their shape. Drain well and set aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the pork and beans, sliced smoked sausage, dried minced onion, brown sugar, ketchup, and mustard. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well blended.
  5. Spoon the bean and sausage mixture into the steamed pepper shells, packing them down gently to fill them completely.
  6. Place the filled peppers upright in an ovenproof casserole dish or baking pan.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through.
  8. If desired, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the tops of the peppers during the last 2-3 minutes of baking to allow it to melt.
  9. Remove from the oven and serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 20.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 4.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 4.6g2%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 2.4g
Protein 0.9g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: american, beans, baking, cheddar, comfort food, filling, green peppers, gridiron, ketchup, mustard, peppers, sausage, side dish, smoked, steaming, stuffed peppers
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