Name: Devour 4 Amazing Italian-Style Stuffed Peppers with Orzo
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 4 large bell peppers (various colors), halved lengthwise and seeded; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup orzo pasta, cooked according to package directions; 1 (15 ounce) can marinara sauce; 1/2 cup ricotta cheese; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt and black pepper to taste; Optional: 1/2 cup cooked ground Italian sausage or plant-based crumbles

Description

Savor the taste of Italy with these vibrant Italian-Style Stuffed Peppers. Bell peppers filled with a savory orzo and marinara mixture create a comforting and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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4 large bell peppers (various colors), halved lengthwise and seeded
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup orzo pasta, cooked according to package directions
1 (15 ounce) can marinara sauce
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: 1/2 cup cooked ground Italian sausage or plant-based crumbles

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
In a large bowl, combine cooked orzo, marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, basil, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. If using, add cooked sausage or plant-based crumbles.
Spoon the orzo mixture into the bell pepper halves, mounding slightly.
Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish. Add 1/4 inch of water to the bottom of the dish.
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through and lightly browned.
Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with extra basil or Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the orzo mixture.
You can use any color bell peppers for this recipe.
Feel free to substitute other types of pasta for orzo, such as rice or quinoa.
These stuffed peppers can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to bake.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper half
Calories: 350
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 30mg