Stuffed-Pepper Medley – Country Cooking
Description
This Stuffed-Pepper Medley offers a delightful array of flavors, transforming humble bell peppers into a complete, satisfying meal. By parboiling the peppers first, you ensure they are tender yet sturdy enough to hold a variety of fillings. Choose from five distinct styles: a creamy Macaroni-and-Cheese filling for comfort food lovers, a traditional beef and rice mixture for a hearty dinner, a light Chicken and Broccoli stir-fry option, a fresh Primavera vegetable blend, or a robust Vegetable-Chili for a vegan-friendly twist. These dishes are perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or when you want to offer choices to a diverse group of diners.Directions
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Heat 4 inches of water to a boil in a 6-quart Dutch oven or saucepot over high heat.
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Trim off the top 1 inch of each pepper and remove the seeds.
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Coarsely chop the reserved pepper tops and set aside for use in fillings.
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Add the hollowed peppers to the boiling water and cook for 5 minutes.
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Drain the peppers well and set aside.
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Prepare your chosen filling from the options below.
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If the selected filling recipe requires baking, heat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
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Arrange the well-drained peppers upright in a 9-inch cast iron skillet or shallow baking dish.
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If the filling does not require baking, arrange the peppers on a serving platter.
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Fill each pepper with the prepared mixture and top according to the specific filling instructions.
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If baking, bake for 20 minutes or until the filling is bubbly and the top has browned.
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Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 86.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Cholesterol 0.0 mgmg0%
- Sodium 41.0 mgmg2%
- Protein 1.6 gg4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
