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Recipe by: Lisa Prince

Deliciously Stuffed Sweet Mini-Peppers

A Bailey Farms original recipe that I have made many times. This appetizer is perfect for a party or if you are having friends over. This sweet pepper has a great mild flavor. You can make these the day before and bake them when you are ready to serve. The filling would also make a delicious dip heated until melted.

Servings: 28
Cook Time: Prep Time: 20 minutes; Total Time: 40 minutes
Meal Type: Appetizer
NC Ingredients: Peppers, sausage

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Ingredients

14
to 16 Bailey’s Sweet Mini-Peppers, halved
1
pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
1/2
cup (4 oz.) shredded sharp cheddar
1/2
cup (4 oz.) shredded Monterey jack cheese
6
oz. hot pork sausage, browned and crumbled
1/4
tsp salt
1/4
tsp chili powder
1/4
tsp garlic powder
1/2
cup dry bread crumbs, we used Parmesan bread crumbs

Directions

In mixing bowl, combine cheeses, sausage, seasonings and breadcrumbs. Mix well. With spoon or by hand, fill each pepper half. Place in a greased 15x10x1 inch pan. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes.

For a lower calorie version, use low fat cheese and sausage. For a spicy stuffing, add 1 minced jalapeno or habanero pepper to mix.

 
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