Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 unit

Sweet Red Peppers

medium size

2 unit

Sweet Yellow Pepper

medium size

1 unit

Onion

finely minced

28 unit

Crushed Tomatoes

liquid removed

0.25 cup

Fresh Parsley

minced

0.38 cup

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

3 tbsp

Pine Nuts

4 clove

Garlic

finely minced

1 tsp

Salt

0.25 tsp

Pepper

0.25 cup

Fresh Bread Crumbs

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~4 min

Lightly oil a 13 x 9 inch baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~4 min

Trim tops off peppers and finely chop the tops.

Step 4
~4 min

Cut each pepper lengthwise into sixths.

Step 5
~4 min

Place pepper wedges, cut side up, in the oiled pan.

Step 6
~4 min

Combine chopped pepper tops, minced onion, crushed tomatoes (with liquid removed), minced fresh parsley, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, pine nuts, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a medium-size bowl.

Step 7
~4 min

Spoon equal amounts of the tomato mixture into each of the pepper wedges.

Step 8
~4 min

Bake wedges in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until just tender.

Step 9
~4 min

Sprinkle fresh bread crumbs and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over all the wedges.

Step 10
~4 min

Bake for an additional 10 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast peppers a day ahead and assemble just before baking for enhanced flavor.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish.

Serve as part of a vegetarian platter.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Roasted fish
Couscous

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Common vegetable dish in Mediterranean cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holiday meals
Summer barbecues

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Side Dish
Summer

Popularity Score

60/100

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