How to Make Spicy Sweet Pepper Poppers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spicy Sweet Pepper Poppers are a delicious and addictive appetizer that are perfect for any occasion. These little bites of goodness are filled with a creamy, spicy mixture and then baked to perfection. The combination of heat from the peppers and sweetness from the filling is a taste sensation that is sure to please any crowd.

These poppers are incredibly easy to make and require only a handful of simple ingredients. They are perfect for game day, parties, or even just a casual snack...

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Ingredients

  • 15 miniature multi-colored sweet peppers, halved lengthwise, seeds removed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ red onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 pound ground mild Italian sausage
  • 5 button mushrooms, diced
  • ½ cup tomato paste
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon dried thyme

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 15
  • Yield: 30 poppers

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute. Add Italian sausage and mushrooms; cook until meat is browned, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain.
  • Place drained sausage mixture in a large mixing bowl along with tomato paste, tomato sauce, crushed red peppers, oregano, rosemary, black pepper, and thyme. Mix until well combined.
  • Fill each pepper half with mixture and place on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven until cooked through, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    110 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 12mg
    • Sodium: 364mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 212mg