Stuffed Baby Peppers

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   Place an oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350F.

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   Spray a rimmed baking sheet with vegetable oil cooking spray.

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   Set aside.

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   In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

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   Add the pancetta and cook, stirring frequently, until brown and crispy, 5 to 7 minutes.

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   Using a slotted spoon, remove the pancetta and drain on paper towels.

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   Add the onion to the pan and cook until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes.

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   Set aside to cool for 10 minutes.

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   In a medium bowl, combine the onion, pancetta, cheeses, and peas.

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    Season with salt and pepper.

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    Using a paring knife, cut 1/2 inch from the stem end of each pepper.

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    Remove the seeds and veins.

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    Using a small dessert spoon, fill each pepper with the cheese mixture.

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    Place the filled peppers on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, until the peppers begin to soften and the cheese is warmed through.

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    Cool for 10 minutes.

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    Arrange the peppers on a platter and serve.

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    To serve as an entree portion, double the filling, stuff it into 4 full-size bell peppers, and bake at 350F for 1 hour, covering with foil if they brown too much, until the peppers are just starting to collapse.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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