Cheesy Bell Stuffed Peppers (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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4 big bell peppers (any variety)
→ Seafood & Cheese
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½ cup shredded mozzarella
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1 cup cooked shrimp, finely chopped
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1 cup cooked crab meat, flaked
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¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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½ cup cream cheese, softened
→ Flavorings
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
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2 green onions, finely chopped
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½ teaspoon paprika
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
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salt and pepper to taste
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¼ teaspoon cayenne, if desired
# Instructions:
01 -
Fire up your oven to 375°F. Cut the tops off the peppers and scoop out the insides. Toss them with olive oil and set them in a baking dish.
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Stir together cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan until creamy. Gently mix in shrimp, crab, garlic, onions, and spices.
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Stuff the peppers with the seafood mix. Cover with foil, then bake for 25 minutes.
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Take off the foil and broil for 3 to 5 minutes until the tops are lightly browned. Sprinkle with parsley to serve.
# Notes:
01 -
Use peppers of any color you like
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Fresh or pre-cooked seafood works great
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Add or skip cayenne for spice control