Bob's Stuffed Banana Peppers

Get ready to elevate your dinner game with "Bob's Stuffed Banana Peppers," a mouthwatering dish bursting with bold Italian flavors! Perfectly tender banana peppers are generously filled with a creamy, cheesy mixture of ground Italian sausage, cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, and fragrant Italian seasoning. Topped with a luscious layer of marinara sauce and baked until golden and bubbly, this irresistible recipe strikes the ideal balance between savory, creamy, and slightly tangy. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these stuffed peppers are simple enough for a weeknight meal yet impressive enough for entertaining. Serve them as a hearty appetizer, flavorful side, or the star of your dinner table alongside crusty garlic bread and a crisp salad. Whether you’re craving comfort food or a new way to use up seasonal banana peppers, this easy baked recipe will quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 whole Banana peppers
• 1 pound Ground Italian sausage
• 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 cup Marinara sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Slice the banana peppers lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through. Remove the seeds and membranes, then set the peppers aside.

Step 3

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the ground Italian sausage and cook until fully browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a spatula. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage, cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.

Step 5

Using a spoon, carefully fill each banana pepper with the sausage and cheese mixture. Press the filling gently to ensure that each pepper is well-stuffed.

Step 6

Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish, then arrange the stuffed peppers on top.

Step 7

Spoon the remaining marinara sauce over the tops of the stuffed peppers, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is golden and bubbly.

Step 10

Allow the stuffed banana peppers to rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1204.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2471.0

Total Fat 203.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 547.9mg	0%
Sodium 6362.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 8.9g
Protein 117.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1372.4mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 2061.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.8%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 7.2%