Sausage Stuffed Banana Peppers Recipe

Name: Sausage Stuffed Banana Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 Banana Peppers (Depending on size); 1 lb Ground Hot or Sweet Italian Sausage; 1 cup Ritz Crackers, Crushed; 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1 tbsp Garlic, Minced; 1/8 tsp Black Pepper; 2 tbsp Butter, melted; 1/2 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil; 1 Tomato Sauce (Your Choice); 1 Garlic Powder (To Finish)

Servings: persons

1
Wash your peppers and slice a slit from the top of the pepper to the bottom.
2
Don't cut of the top or bottom of pepper!
3
Remove the seeds.
4
Brown sausage with galic and black pepper.
5
Crush crackers into fine crumbs.
6
I use a large freezer bag and a rolling pin.
7
Add Parmesan cheese and mix well.
8
When sausage is cooked, drain and mix with cracker mixture.
9
Add melted butter until JUST MOIST!
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Preheat oven to 375F.
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Pour olive oil, coating evenly, the bottom of your baking dish.
12
Stuff the peppers and place them in your baking dish.
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Drizzle with a little more olive oil and a sprinkle of garlic powder.
14
Bake for approximately 30 minutes or until peppers are nice and tender.
15
Spoon heated tomato sauce over peppers and top with Parmesan cheese.
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Enjoy!
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Serve with your favorite pasta or as a delicious appetizer.

479

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 Banana Peppers (Depending on size), 1 lb Ground Hot or Sweet Italian Sausage, 1 cup Ritz Crackers, Crushed, 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese, and more.

Yes, Sausage Stuffed Banana Peppers falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sausage Stuffed Banana Peppers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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