Stuffed Banana Peppers (Sausage and Cheese)

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Wondering what to do with banana peppers?You might put them on a sandwich, pizza or italian recipesbut nothing tastes as simple as Stuffed Banana Peppers Recipe!like Stuffed Artichokes or Spaghetti Squash Stuffing, stuffed banana peppers with sausage and cheese, offering meaty flavors and vegetables in one neat package. the best? They use super simple ingredients!

I have always been obsessed with these peppers. Banana pepper recipes are healthy, delicious, and great for dinner, too, appetizeror healthy snacks. This padded version reminds me of Jalapeno Poppersbut without heating, use sausage instead bacon.

Ingredients and Substitutes

This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for stuffed banana peppers, what each ingredient does in the recipe, and substitution options.For measurements, see recipe card below.

• Banana Pepper – We use fresh chilies instead of canned ones. Choose a large convenient stuffing.
• olive oil – saute. Avocado oil or any other heat resistant oil will work too.
• sausage – I used Italian sausage, but any ground pork or savory sausage will do.You can also use regular ground pork and seasoning italian seasoning.
• garlic – I used fresh minced garlic, but you can use 1 tbsp canned minced garlic For convenience.
• fresh tomatoes – Remove seeds for best results.You can also use canned diced tomatoes You can even substitute 1/2 cup tomato paste if that’s what you have on hand (be sure to drain or use less so the filling doesn’t thin out).
• seasoning – Since the Italian sausage is already well seasoned, I find that just fresh parsley, sea salt, and black pepper are enough.However, you can add some italian seasoning Or dried oregano, if you prefer.
• cheese – Cream cheese, grated Parmesan and mozzarella. Feel free to substitute Parmesan and mozzarella for Italian blend cheese, or any shredded cheese that melts well.

How to Make Stuffed Banana Peppers

This section shows how to make sausage-stuffed banana peppers, with step-by-step photos and technical details to help you visualize it.For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see recipe card below.

1. Prepare. Preheat oven. line a bakeware or a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Slice the peppers. Using a sharp knife, cut each banana pepper in half lengthwise. Remove seeds and white pulp from center. Place on the prepared baking sheet, opening side up.

Tip: When handling peppers, wear disposable gloves.

Doing so will protect your skin and eyes from capsaicin, which can cause irritation.

3. Brown the sausage. heat the olive oil large frying pan over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned.
4. Cook the garlic. Reduce heat to medium, stir in minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
5. Cook the tomatoes. Add tomatoes and fresh parsley. Cook until excess tomato juice evaporates or absorbs into the meat.

6. Make the filling creamy. Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Stuff the peppers in. Stuff the banana peppers with the sausage stuffing mixture. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.

8. bake. Cook the banana peppers in the oven until they are tender and the cheese is melted and golden brown. Also nice to garnish with extra fresh parsley or basil if desired.

Recipe Variations

• Ground Beef Stuffed Banana Peppers – Use ground beef instead of ground Italian sausage. You can also combine ground beef with sausage for a unique flavor. For leaner cuts of meat, try ground turkey or chicken.
• Stuffed Banana Peppers – Want to give these banana peppers a kick? Just swap out the pepperoni for hot sausage, or use a variety of hot banana peppers.or, try Jalapeno Poppers instead.
• Caramelized Onions – spoon Caramelized Onion Dip Inside the banana peppers, top with a little thyme or chives.
• Crab – After slicing and removing the seeds, put the banana peppers in the oven and roast for about 15 minutes, until tender.scoop Cold Crab Dip Toss in banana peppers and serve cold, or top with cheese and bake for 10 minutes.
• Spinach Artichokes – Make Stuffed Banana Peppers Spinach Artichoke Diptransfer to a baking sheet, and bake until hot and melted.

storage instructions

• shop: Cool the peppers completely and transfer to an airtight container. Avoid overpacking the container, as this can cause the peppers to become soggy. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
• Meal Prep: Since banana pepper recipes are both refrigerated and freezer-friendly, they make a great make-ahead meal.
• Reheat: Reheat leftovers in a 350°F oven, or in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until warm.
• freeze: Place cooked peppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze for 2 hours, until firm and slightly chilled. Transfer to freezer bags or containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or reheat from frozen.

What to Serve with Chorizo ​​Stuffed Banana Peppers

Banana pepper recipes can be served many ways, but this version is especially Italian-inspired:

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Stuffed Banana Peppers (Sausage and Cheese)

This Stuffed Banana Peppers recipe has the best filling ever — Italian sausage, juicy tomatoes, and melted cheese — for an easy, healthy dinner.

Prepare: 30 minute

chef: 20 minute

all: 50 minute

Serving Size: 4 (adjust according to recipe)

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1. Preheat oven to 375°F (191°C). line a bakeware Use parchment paper.

2. Cut each banana pepper in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds and white pulp from the center. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, opening side up.

3. heat the olive oil large frying pan over medium heat.Add Italian sausage and cook 8-10 minutesseparating with a spatula, until browned.

4. Reduce heat to medium.Add minced garlic and stir 1 minuteuntil the fragrance is released.

5. Stir in diced tomatoes and fresh parsley.cook about 5 minutesuntil the tomato juice evaporates.

6. Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.

7. Stuffed banana peppers with sausage stuffing. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.

8. Baked Stuffed Banana Peppers 18-20 minutesuntil the peppers are softened and the cheese is melted and golden brown.

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recipe notes

Serving Size: 2 stuffed banana peppers

nutrient content

Amount per serving. Serving sizes in recipe instructions above.

calories 619

fat 46.5 grams

protein 33.5 grams

total carbohydrates 11 grams

net carbs 7.7 grams

fiber 3.3 grams

sugar 5.6 grams

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