Description
Pumpkin and Sausage Stuffed Peppers are a cozy, flavorful dish that perfectly blends savory sausage with sweet pumpkin, all nestled in vibrant bell peppers. This comforting meal is ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. With its delightful aroma and rich taste, these stuffed peppers will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange)
- 1 lb ground sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage until browned. Drain excess grease.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked sausage with pumpkin puree, chopped onion, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and half of the shredded cheese.
- Generously stuff each pepper with the sausage mixture and place them upright in the baking dish.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 30 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle remaining cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg