Spanish Inspired Stuffed Peppers

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Spanish Inspired Stuffed Peppers with Chorizo and Goat Cheese
in Main

Prep

25 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 bell peppers
1 cup corn
2 cups cooked white rice ( not instant )
1 lb chorizo sausage , browned
8 ounces tomato sauce
1 diced onion
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon flour
1 cup milk
8 ounces goat cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
578
Sugar
10g
Fat
38g
Spanish Inspired Stuffed Peppers are a great way to enjoy the flavors of Spain without having to leave your home. The combination of chorizo sausage, tomato sauce, white rice, and goat cheese provides a savory filling that is stuffed inside bell peppers and baked in the oven. This dish is perfect for entertaining guests or for a weeknight meal. The dish is rich and flavorful and will leave everyone satisfied at the table. The smoky and spicy chorizo adds a delicious twist to the dish, while the goat cheese sauce brings a creamy and tangy flavor to balance everything out.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Cut the top off of each bell pepper and remove the seeds and membranes from the inside.
3.In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn, white rice, browned chorizo, tomato sauce, diced onion, cumin, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
4.Stuff each pepper with the mixture and place in a baking dish.
5.In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
6.Gradually pour in the milk, stirring constantly until thickened.
7.Stir in the goat cheese until melted and smooth.
8.Pour the goat cheese sauce over the stuffed peppers in the baking dish.
9.Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through.

PROS

This dish is packed with delicious flavor and makes for a filling and satisfying meal.

The use of chorizo adds a smoky and spicy kick to the dish.

No extra sides or accompaniments needed.

CONS

This dish may be too spicy for some people, but this can be adjusted by reducing or eliminating the amount of red pepper flakes used.

This dish requires a bit of prep work before going into the oven.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains many health benefits, including high amounts of dietary fiber, healthy protein, and vitamins.
The bell peppers are low in calories and high in vitamin C, while the goat cheese contains healthy fats and proteins.

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