Stuffed Banana Peppers
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. Bake: 30 min.
YIELD: 4 servings.
This is a delightful change from traditional stuffed green peppers. Banana peppers and chili powder give a little kick. As a bonus, any leftovers reheat nicely in the microwave.
Ingredients
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8 mild banana peppers
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1 pound bulk pork sausage
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1/2 cup cooked rice
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1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
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1 tablespoon water
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1 teaspoon chili powder, optional
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1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, optional
Directions
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1.
Remove pepper stems; cut peppers in half lengthwise. Carefully remove seeds and membranes; set aside. Combine the sausage, rice, onions, garlic, salt and pepper; stuff into pepper halves.
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2.
Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine tomato sauce, water and, if desired, chili powder; pour over peppers.
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3.
Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until filling is cooked and set. Sprinkle with cheese if desired; return to the oven for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
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