Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers (Print-Friendly Version)
Mini sweet peppers filled with spiced ground meat, cheese, and crispy panko for a flavorful bite-sized dish.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Vegetables
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12 mini sweet peppers
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Protein
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454 grams ground meat (beef, turkey, or chicken)
→ Dairy
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240 milliliters cheese (cheddar or cream cheese)
→ Pantry
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon paprika
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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120 milliliters panko breadcrumbs
# Detailed Directions:
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Set the oven temperature to 190°C and allow it to fully preheat.
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Slice each mini pepper lengthwise and remove the seeds carefully.
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In a medium skillet over medium heat, sauté onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and ground meat, cooking until the meat is browned throughout.
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Incorporate ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper into the meat mixture, stirring until fragrant.
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Remove the skillet from heat and fold in the cheese until it melts and combines evenly with the meat.
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Fill each pepper half evenly with the prepared meat and cheese mixture, arranging them cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs over the stuffed peppers to create a crispy topping.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.
# Helpful Advice:
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For a spicier result, include a pinch of red pepper flakes in the filling mixture.
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Experiment with cheeses such as Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack to vary flavor profiles.
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To prepare in advance, assemble peppers and refrigerate before baking; increase baking time by 5 to 10 minutes.