Description
Savor the delightful fusion of flavors in our Sausage Stuffed Banana Peppers Recipe. These vibrant, tangy banana peppers are generously filled with a creamy mixture of savory Italian sausage and cheese, then baked to perfection. Topped with rich marinara sauce and a melty cheese blend, this dish is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a gluten-free and low-carb option. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy meal at home, these stuffed peppers guarantee to impress your family and friends alike. Enjoy them as an appetizer or a hearty main course, making them versatile enough for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 whole banana peppers
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 small onion
- 2–3 cloves garlic
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
- 1½ cups shredded Italian cheese blend
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Prepare banana peppers by cutting off stems and creating a slit to remove seeds.
- In a skillet, sauté diced onions and minced garlic until softened.
- In a mixing bowl, combine Italian sausage, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper; mix in sautéed onions and garlic.
- Pour marinara sauce into a baking dish; stuff prepared peppers with the filling.
- Arrange stuffed peppers in the dish, cover with foil, and bake for 55 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle shredded cheese on top, and bake for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Serve warm with extra marinara and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg