Sausage And Cream Cheese Stuffed Banana Peppers
If you're looking for a delicious and impressive dish to serve at your next gathering, try making sausage and cream cheese stuffed banana peppers. This appetizer is easy to prepare and will certainly impress your guests. It's a recipe that has been passed down through generations and has become a staple in many homes.
Ingredients
Before you start cooking, make sure to have all the necessary ingredients ready. Here are the ingredients you'll need to prepare this delicious dish:
- 12 banana peppers, sliced lengthwise and seeded
- 1 pound ground sausage
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to prepare this tasty appetizer:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, mix together the sausage, cream cheese, parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, black pepper, red pepper flakes, bread crumbs, and parsley until well combined.
- Stuff each of the banana pepper halves with the sausage mixture and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the stuffed peppers in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the sausage is fully cooked and the peppers are tender. If you like your peppers to be slightly crispy, you can broil them for the last few minutes of cooking.
- Remove the stuffed peppers from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Variations and Serving Suggestions
There are many variations of this recipe, and you can customize the ingredients to your liking. Here are some suggestions:
- Use hot Italian sausage for a spicier flavor.
- Add chopped jalapeños for an extra kick.
- Top the stuffed peppers with shredded mozzarella cheese during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Serve the stuffed peppers with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
- These stuffed peppers also make a great side dish for grilled steak or chicken.
Conclusion
Sausage and cream cheese stuffed banana peppers are a delicious and impressive appetizer that are sure to please your guests. They're easy to prepare and can be customized to your liking with different ingredients and serving suggestions. Give this recipe a try at your next gathering, and you'll surely receive compliments and recipe requests!
