How to Make N'Awlins Stuffed Bell Peppers - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to classic Southern comfort food, few dishes can rival the satisfaction of a perfectly cooked stuffed bell pepper. And when it comes to authentic Southern cuisine, New Orleans reigns supreme. So it's no surprise that N'Awlins Stuffed Bell Peppers, a recipe as rich and flavorful as the city itself, has become a beloved staple in many homes across the South.

As with most Cajun and Creole dishes, the key to a delicious N'Awlins Stuffed Bell Pepper lies in its bold and compl...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • 1 small green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon file powder
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef
  • ¾ pound cooked ham, finely chopped
  • 1 pound baby shrimp
  • 1 (16 ounce) package unseasoned dry bread stuffing mix
  • 6 large green bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • 1 cup plain bread crumbs

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 55 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a large pot over low heat. Saute onion, celery and chopped green pepper for 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, and saute for 2 minutes. Season with parsley, Creole seasoning, file powder, salt and pepper.
  • Increase heat to medium high, and add ground beef. Cook until beef is evenly browned. Stir in ham, and cook for 5 minutes. Add shrimp, and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in stuffing mix.
  • Stuff each bell pepper half, and lightly sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Place stuffed bell pepper halves in ungreased baking dish. Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour.
  • Nutrition

    498 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 122mg
    • Sodium: 1164mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 83mg
    • Calcium: 91mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 574mg