Brenda’s Real Sicilian Stuffed Bell Peppers

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Brenda's Real Sicilian Stuffed Bell Peppers recipe for a hearty and flavorful dinner
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hr 10 min

Ready In

1 hr 40 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

6 medium bell peppers , I like red best , but it is traditional to use green
1 lb ground veal or 1 lb lean ground beef
1 egg
1/2 cup fresh breadcrumb
1/2 cup green onion , sliced
1/2 cup parmesan cheese , grated finely . Fresh is best
1 medium onion , halved and sliced thinly
1/4 lb mozzarella cheese , cut in cubes
1 can whole tomatoes , broken up with a fork and including juice
3 -4 medium waxy potatoes , peeled and cut in chunks . In Sicily they use yellow flesh potatoes , but red skinned is fine
1/2 cup black olives , Italian style , pitted and sliced . ( optional )
1/4 lb button mushroom ( optional )
1 teaspoon dry basil
4 garlic cloves , minced
1/2 teaspoon salt , divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper , divided

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
425
Sugar
7g
Fat
19g
This stuffed bell pepper recipe is an authentic Sicilian dish that has been passed down through generations. Sicilian cuisine is known for its bold flavors and hearty dishes, and this recipe is no exception. The combination of ground veal or beef, parmesan cheese, and fresh breadcrumbs creates a flavorful stuffing that is both delicious and satisfying. This dish is typically served as a main course, and is perfect for a hearty dinner on a chilly evening. The addition of potatoes and black olives (if using) also make this recipe a complete meal, packed with protein, vegetables, and flavor.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
3.In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground veal or beef, egg, fresh breadcrumb, green onion, grated parmesan cheese, minced garlic, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Mix well.
4.Stuff the bell peppers with the meat mixture, filling them to the top.
5.In a baking dish, add the sliced onions, a pinch of salt, and the broken up tomatoes. Mix together.
6.Place the stuffed bell peppers on top of the tomato and onion mixture.
7.Add the chopped potatoes and black olives (if using) to the pan around the bell peppers.
8.Top the bell peppers with the cubed mozzarella cheese.
9.Sprinkle the basil, remaining salt, and pepper over the entire dish.
10.Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
11.Remove foil and bake for another 30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the potatoes are cooked through.

PROS

These stuffed bell peppers are a delicious and hearty dinner that are sure to please.

The combination of ground veal or beef, parmesan cheese, and fresh breadcrumbs creates a flavorful stuffing that is both delicious and satisfying.

This dish is also packed with protein and vegetables, making it a nutritious meal.

CONS

This dish can take some time to prepare, with a total cook time of 1 hour and 10 minutes.

Some may also find it difficult to work with the bell peppers and get them to stand up in the baking dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bell peppers are a good source of vitamin C, vitamin A, and antioxidants.
Ground veal or beef provides protein and iron, and the grated parmesan cheese adds calcium.
This dish is also a great way to incorporate vegetables into your diet, with the inclusion of onion, tomato, potato, and black olives (if using).

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