Bob's Stuffed Banana Peppers is a mouth-watering recipe that combines the heat of banana peppers with a savory stuffing mixture. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or as a party appetizer, these stuffed peppers are sure to be a hit with your friends and family.
Ingredients
- 6-8 large banana peppers
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F
- Cut the tops off the banana peppers and remove the seeds and membranes
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef, rice, onion, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
- Stuff each banana pepper with the beef mixture and place in a baking dish
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the peppers are tender
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving
Interesting Facts
Banana peppers are a great source of vitamins A and C
This recipe can easily be customized by adding your favorite ingredients to the stuffing mixture
Stuffed banana peppers can be frozen and reheated for a quick meal later