Stuffed Banana Peppers
Cordelia Cross
Jun 8, 2025 07:52
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Stuffed Banana Peppers Recipe
Ingredients:
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8-10 banana peppers, tops cut off and seeds removed
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1 pound Italian sausage (mild or hot, as preferred)
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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1 cup marinara sauce (optional, for serving)
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a baking dish.
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In a mixing bowl, combine Italian sausage, cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
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Carefully stuff each banana pepper with the sausage mixture, pressing filling down so it's packed.
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Place stuffed peppers in the prepared baking dish.
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Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until peppers are tender and filling is cooked through and golden.
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Optional: Warm marinara sauce and spoon over the peppers before serving.
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Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan or herbs if desired.
