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Spicy Pesto Cheese Stuffed Roasted Red Peppers
When you’re craving Italian, but want to keep things healthy, delicious, and summery too!
👥 6 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 50 min⏳ Prep: 20 min🔥 Cook: 30 min👤 Tieghan Gerard📖 halfbakedharvest
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- ●skillet
- ●baking dish
- ●bowl
- ●oven
📝 Preparation Steps
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1. Place the peppers over an open flame on a gas burner and lightly char, turning 2-3 times for ⏱️ 3-4 minutes. Don't blacken them, just a light char. Alternately, you can place the peppers under the broiler for ⏱️ 2-3 minutes, watch closely. 2. Put the peppers in a bowl and cover with a plate. Let steam ⏱️ 10 minutes, then slice the peppers in half and discard the seeds. 3. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the chicken sausage and zucchini, cook until the meat is browned, about 5 to ⏱️ 8 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, add the oregano, thyme, 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce, red pepper flakes, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Simmer for ⏱️ 10 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly. 4. In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, fontina, and pesto. Preheat the oven to 425° F. 5. Spoon the remaining tomato sauce into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Arrange the peppers in the baking dish and stuff with the meat sauce, then add a dollop of pesto ricotta. Add the mozzarella and pepperoni (if using).6. Bake ⏱️ 15-20 minutes or until the cheese has melted and is lightly browned on top. Serve with pesto, basil, and thyme. Enjoy!
tomato sauce2 cupsred pepper flakescup basil pesto3/4fresh basil, for serving
Nutrition Facts
calories
711 kcal
serving Size
1 serving
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