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Tuscan Ricotta Stuffed Peppers

Tuscan Ricotta Stuffed Peppers That’ll Wow Your Taste Buds

Discover delicious Tuscan Ricotta Stuffed Peppers, a vibrant vegetarian dish that is perfect for any weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers
  • 4 pieces Bell Peppers Choose your favorite colors
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra-virgin for best flavor
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Wilt it before mixing
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Star ingredient for creaminess
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese For gooeyness
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Enhances umami richness
  • 2 pieces Green Onions Chopped finely
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Basil Fragrant herbal note
  • 0.25 cup Flat-Leaf Parsley Optional for less herbiness
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Fennel Seed Smash for aroma
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 2 pieces Eggs Acts as a binder
  • 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs For crispy topping
  • 1 tablespoon Additional Oil Mix with breadcrumbs for topping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Halve the bell peppers, remove seeds, and brush with olive oil. Roast for about 20 minutes until tender.
  2. Wilt fresh spinach in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, cool slightly, and chop finely.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine wilted spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, green onions, basil, parsley, dried herbs, eggs, and breadcrumbs. Mix until well combined.
  4. Stuff the roasted pepper halves with the ricotta mixture and return to the baking sheet.
  5. Combine remaining breadcrumbs with olive oil and sprinkle over the stuffed peppers.
  6. Lower temperature to 350°F (176°C) and bake for approximately 30 minutes. Broil if needed for a few minutes until topping is golden.
  7. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve paired with a salad or crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure spinach is well-drained to avoid soggy filling. Fresh herbs enhance flavor significantly.

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