How to Make Cheese-Stuffed Peppers - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends, then look no further than these cheese-stuffed peppers. This recipe takes the classic stuffed pepper to the next level by adding a rich and creamy cheese filling that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

These cheese-stuffed peppers are bursting with flavor and are sure to be a hit with even the pickiest eaters. Whether you're a cheese lover or just lo...

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Ingredients

  • 8 long, green, mild peppers - tops, seeds, and stems carefully removed
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons grated onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • ground black pepper, or more to taste
  • dried oregano, or more to taste
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or more to taste
  • ½ pound crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add peppers and cook uncovered for 5 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain and allow to cool.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1/4 cup oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until slightly softened 3 to 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, ketchup, parsley, black pepper, oregano, and cayenne pepper. Allow to cool slightly. Mix in feta cheese and parsley.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Fill blanched peppers with feta mixture and place on a baking sheet. Brush stuffed peppers with olive oil.
  • Broil peppers under the preheated broiler, turning frequently, about 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    171 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 25mg
    • Sodium: 340mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 66mg
    • Calcium: 149mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 186mg