spinach & ricotta stuffed peppers

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Recipe by
Jennifer Bass
Richmond, KY

Fresh peppers from the local farmer's market make these a special treat!

(1 rating)
yield 3 -4
prep time 15 Min
cook time 25 Min

Ingredients For spinach & ricotta stuffed peppers

  • 2 lg
    yellow bell peppers
  • 1/2 c
    fresh spinach
  • 1/2 c
    part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 c
    fresh parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tsp
    minced fresh garlic
  • 3 Tbsp
    diced fresh onion
  • 2 slice
    bacon, cooked & crumbled (optional)

How To Make spinach & ricotta stuffed peppers

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 425.
  • 2
    In a small skillet, add the spinach with 1/4 cup water and cover. Cook on medium-high heat until spinach has wilted. Drain well and squeeze to remove any excess water. Set aside.
  • 3
    While the spinach is wilting, slice peppers into quarters, discarding seeds and carefully removing any membrane with a sharp knife. Place cut side up on baking sheet.
  • 4
    Combine the ricotta and Parmesan cheeses in a medium sized bowl. Add the onion, garlic and spinach. Combine well. If you opted for the bacon, add it to the cheese mixture and combine.
  • 5
    Stuff peppers with cheese mixture and bake for approximately 25 minutes.
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