Herby Ricotta Stuffed Peppers
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Herby Ricotta Stuffed Peppers, a dish that transports you straight to Tuscany. These vibrant bell peppers are filled with a creamy ricotta mixture blended with fresh herbs and topped with melted cheese, offering a satisfying and nutritious option for any meal. Perfect as a hearty main course or an impressive side dish, this recipe comes together in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights and casual gatherings. Whether enjoyed on their own or paired with a fresh salad or crusty bread, these stuffed peppers are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bell peppers
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups spinach
- 1 tub (15 oz) ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup green onions
- ½ cup fresh basil
- 1 tsp each dried rosemary, dried thyme, fennel seed, and salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Halve bell peppers, remove seeds, and place cut side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with olive oil.
- Bake for 20 minutes until softened. Drain excess water and reduce oven temperature to 350°F (176°C).
- Microwave spinach until wilted (15-30 seconds), chop, and mix with ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, green onions, basil, seasonings, and eggs in a bowl.
- Fill each pepper with the ricotta mixture evenly.
- Mix breadcrumbs with oil and sprinkle over stuffed peppers.
- Bake for another 30 minutes or until golden brown; broil briefly if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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