Stuffed Cubanelle Peppers Italian Style Recipe

Name: Stuffed Cubanelle Peppers Italian Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cubanelle peppers, topped and seeded; 1 small onion, diced; 1 lb bulk Italian sausage; 6 garlic cloves, mashed and minced; 1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1 (8 ounce) can beef stock; 1/4 cup of chopped fresh basil; 1 cup of pre cooked rice; 1 tablespoon hot sauce; 1/4 cup of grated mozzarella cheese; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil

Servings: persons

4 cubanelle peppers, topped and seeded
1 small onion, diced
1 lb bulk Italian sausage
6 garlic cloves, mashed and minced
1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can beef stock
1/4 cup of chopped fresh basil
1 cup of pre cooked rice
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1/4 cup of grated mozzarella cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil

1
In a large saute pan, cook onions and sausage on high heat for about 5 minutes, until meat is browned and onions are tender.
2
Add garlic and cook for about 40 seconds, until fragrant.
3
Add crushed tomatoes, beef stock, and fresh basil. Stir together until basil is wilted.
4
Place mixture into a large bowl with rice, hot sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Stir well to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
5
Evenly add stuffing to peppers, leaving leftover stuffing in fridge for later on in the week. In olive oil in another big saute pan on medium-high heat, cook peppers until they soften and begin to slightly char. (You could also bake these as well.)
6
Serve hot.

489

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cubanelle peppers, topped and seeded, 1 small onion, diced, 1 lb bulk Italian sausage, 6 garlic cloves, mashed and minced, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Cubanelle Peppers Italian Style 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!

Stuffed Cubanelle Peppers Italian Style

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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