**Grilled Peppers Stuffed with Goat Cheese: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors**
Embark on a delectable culinary journey with grilled peppers stuffed with goat cheese, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This exquisite dish combines the smoky sweetness of roasted bell peppers with the tangy creaminess of goat cheese, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Discover the enticing recipes within this article, each offering unique variations on this classic dish. From a simple yet satisfying preparation to more elaborate creations featuring sun-dried tomatoes, pesto, and balsamic glaze, these recipes cater to every palate and skill level. Prepare to indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.
GOAT CHEESE-STUFFED PIQUILLO PEPPERS
Steps:
- Place the almonds in a small skillet over medium heat and cook, tossing, until golden brown and toasted, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and let cool.
- If necessary, trim the open end of each pepper so that it measures 1 1/2- to 2-inches long. Stir the chives, mint and parsley together in a small bowl.
- Place the goat cheese in a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until creamy. Add the olive oil and beat until incorporated. Add all but 1 tablespoon of the herbs and beat to combine. Season the cheese mixture with salt and pepper.
- Spoon the cheese mixture into a resealable plastic bag, snip off the tip of one corner and pipe the cheese into each pepper until about three-quarters full. Arrange the peppers on a platter and drizzle with more olive oil and some sherry vinegar. Sprinkle the peppers with the remaining herbs and the toasted almonds before serving.
GRILLED SWEET PEPPERS WITH GOAT CHEESE AND HERBS
Provided by Martina McBride
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat a grill to 350 to 400 degrees F, or medium-high heat.
- Place the peppers in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with the olive oil. Toss with the salt, pepper and paprika.
- Grill the peppers, without the grill lid and turning often, until just slightly softened, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Spoon the goat cheese evenly into the pepper halves. Sprinkle with the rosemary and thyme.
MINI BELL PEPPERS STUFFED WITH GOAT CHEESE
This side dish is a way to take advantage of the mini sweet peppers that are showing up by the bag in supermarkets. They should be roasted briefly and not peeled. My oldest brother, Dan, and his wife, Margaret, hosted a wonderful party in Minneapolis in May to celebrate their 50th anniversary. The savory food on the gorgeous vegetarian buffet was catered by the well-known Minneapolis restaurant Lucia's, whose chef/owner, Lucia Watson, is a friend of the family. One of my favorite items was minipeppers stuffed with goat cheese, the inspiration for this recipe. Mini sweet peppers have begun to proliferate in supermarkets; the ones I'm finding come in 12-ounce bags, roughly 12 to a bag (though they range in size, some being about two inches long, others about three), usually a mix of red and yellow. They are thin skinned, with very small seedpods and membranes. I roast them briefly to soften them and sweeten the flavor. There is no need to peel them, and they should not be roasted so long that the skin loosens. You will probably have a little filling left over, but it's nice as a spread so it won't go to waste. These will keep for 3 days in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature before serving.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories side dish
Time 40m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a sheet pan with foil. Place peppers on the baking sheet and roast 8 to10 minutes (small peppers - less than 2 inches long - will cook faster), turning them over halfway through. The peppers should be soft but not charred, except perhaps in a few spots. Remove from heat and allow to cool. If there are some larger peppers in the bag and they haven't softened in 10 minutes, return to oven for another 5.
- While peppers are cooling, make filling. Combine goat cheese, cottage cheese and yogurt in a food processor fitted with a steel blade and process until mix is very smooth, at least one minute. Scrape down sides of bowl and process for another minute. Transfer to a pastry bag fitted with a 3/8-inch star tip.
- When peppers have cooled, slice off ends just below the shoulders. Carefully remove any seeds and membranes. The peppers should be intact, but sometimes, they split down one side. Place any that have not split upright in a small glass or cup to facilitate filling, and pipe in goat cheese mix. Lay those that have split on a plate, pipe on the filling and close the pepper around the filling. Arrange stuffed peppers on a plate or platter. Serve at once, or chill until 30 minutes before serving. Bring to room temperature so cheese is soft and creamy.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 97, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 165 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
GRILLED STUFFED PEPPERS
After hearing the recipe described at a local Italian restaurant, I decided to try to make these peppers at home. Everyone enjoyed the pretty green "shells" brimming with a hearty filling.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut peppers in half lengthwise; remove stems and seeds. Set aside. In a large bowl, combine the tomato, cheeses, basil and oregano. Crumble sausage over mixture and mix well. Spoon into pepper halves. , Prepare grill for indirect heat, using a drip pan. Place peppers over drip pan. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 30-35 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink and peppers are tender. Sprinkle with additional cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 479 calories, Fat 40g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 972mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
Tips:
- Choose firm, ripe bell peppers for grilling. Look for peppers that are brightly colored and have smooth, unblemished skin.
- Cut the peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and ribs. This will help the peppers cook evenly.
- Brush the peppers with olive oil before grilling. This will help prevent them from sticking to the grill grates.
- Grill the peppers over medium heat for 10-12 minutes per side, or until they are tender and slightly charred.
- Let the peppers cool slightly before stuffing them. This will make them easier to handle.
- Use a variety of fillings for your stuffed peppers. Some popular options include goat cheese, feta cheese, ricotta cheese, vegetables, and meat.
- Bake the stuffed peppers in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is heated through.
Conclusion:
Grilled peppers stuffed with goat cheese are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With so many different filling options to choose from, you can enjoy stuffed peppers all year long.
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