spinach & ricotta stuffed peppers
Fresh peppers from the local farmer's market make these a special treat!
prep time
15 Min
cook time
25 Min
method
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yield
3-4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 large yellow bell peppers
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
- 3 tablespoons diced fresh onion
- 2 slices bacon, cooked & crumbled (optional)
How To Make spinach & ricotta stuffed peppers
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Step 1Preheat oven to 425.
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Step 2In a small skillet, add the spinach with 1/4 cup water and cover. Cook on medium-high heat until spinach has wilted. Drain well and squeeze to remove any excess water. Set aside.
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Step 3While the spinach is wilting, slice peppers into quarters, discarding seeds and carefully removing any membrane with a sharp knife. Place cut side up on baking sheet.
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Step 4Combine the ricotta and Parmesan cheeses in a medium sized bowl. Add the onion, garlic and spinach. Combine well. If you opted for the bacon, add it to the cheese mixture and combine.
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Step 5Stuff peppers with cheese mixture and bake for approximately 25 minutes.
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Category:
Vegetables
Category:
Cheese Appetizers
Category:
Vegetable Appetizers
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Keyword:
#cheese
Keyword:
#ricotta
Keyword:
#PEPPERS
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