GRANDMA PERRI'S STUFFED PEPPERS

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My Italian grandmother made these all the time, and it was the only way I knew stuffed peppers as a child. All of my aunts and my mother made this recipe and, when my mother became disabled, she taught my father how to make them! Over the years, I was introduced to traditional stuffed peppers with rice and broke with family tradition. However, I find that lately I am craving the peppers of my youth, so I consulted with my aunt and my father's written recipe to recreate this comfort food. Although ground beef is my grandmother's original ingredient, my mother did convert to ground turkey, which works just as well. I have made these twice now in the past week, and they are just as I remember them! They are very nice served over spaghetti or rice.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Peppers

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 peppers

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 green bell peppers
1 1/4 lbs ground beef or 1 1/4 lbs ground turkey
salt and pepper, to taste
1 large garlic clove, minced finely
1/3 cup chopped flat-leaf Italian parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese or 1 tablespoon grated romano cheese
2 eggs, beaten
3/4 cup flavored breadcrumbs (I use Italian)
1/4 cup olive oil
1 medium onion, sliced lengthwise
1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce or 3 cups homemade marinara sauce
grated parmesan cheese or grated romano cheese

Steps:

  • Slice tops off peppers, seed and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, slowly heat olive oil in large Dutch oven, then add onion and let brown.
  • While onion browns, mix together ground meat, salt and pepper to taste, garlic, parsley, basil, cheese, eggs, and breadcrumbs. Mix lightly; do not overwork. Divide meat mixture into six portions, gently roll and stuff into peppers.
  • When onion is brown, add peppers and brown on all sides. After browning, stand peppers upright and pour marinara sauce over them. Simmer for 1 hour on the stove top. When almost done, remove lid and cut each pepper in half lengthwise, then continue cooking until done.
  • Serve each pepper with some sauce spooned on top and sprinkled with some grated cheese.

Mwila Chapewa
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This recipe is definitely a keeper.


NANNOZI EVELYNE
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Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Shakeel Joiyaa
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I can't wait to make this recipe again.


favour uka
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This is the best stuffed pepper recipe I've ever tried.


Bonsa Hassen
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I highly recommend this recipe.


Zin Kunet
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This recipe is a must-try for any fan of stuffed peppers.


Mukesh Limbu
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I made this recipe for dinner last night and it was a huge success. My family loved it!


Muhammad Ramzan
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I especially love the sauce, which is a perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


Sujal Rana
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. I love the combination of flavors and textures in this dish. It's a great meal for a special occasion.


Alejandro Marrero
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I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out great! The peppers were tender and the filling was flavorful. I served it with a side of rice and it was a perfect meal.


Mezmure
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This recipe is a little time-consuming, but it's worth it. The peppers are delicious and the sauce is amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Bikal Lawaju
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I'm not a big fan of stuffed peppers, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The filling was flavorful and the peppers were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ra Ormsby
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The peppers are always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is so good that I could drink it.


MrDlparker
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a favorite. It's easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love the combination of flavors and textures in this dish.


Rosetta Turnerhill
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious the peppers were and asked for the recipe. I'll definitely be making this again.


Shimul Hossan
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My family loved this recipe! The peppers were stuffed to the brim with a flavorful filling that was a perfect blend of beef, rice, vegetables, and spices. The sauce was also delicious and added a nice layer of richness to the dish.


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