MEDITERRANEAN LAMB-AND COUSCOUS-STUFFED BELL PEPPERS

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Reto dishes-like stuffed peppers- might remind us of long hours in the Kitchen, But these can be on the table surprisingly fast.Over flowing with Lamb and couscous, they are light and satisfying at the same time. Recipe comes from Sunset Magazine

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 green bell peppers (2 pound total or combination) or 4 yellow bell peppers, rinsed (2 pound total or combination)
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh mint leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon olive oil
8 ounces ground lamb
5 tablespoons lemon juice
1 2/3 cups chicken broth (fat-skimmed)
1 1/4 cups couscous
1 cup chopped parsley
salt
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Slice peppers in half lengthwise through the stems and remove seeds.
  • Place halves, cut side down, in a 12-by-17-inch baking pan.
  • Bake in a 450 degree, regular or convection oven until lightly browned and tender when pierced,13 to 18 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a 10-to-12-inch frying pan over high heat, stir onions, garlic, thyme, mint and rosemary in olive oil until onions are limp and begining to brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Add ground lamb and 3 tablespoons lemon juice.
  • Stir until lamb is browned and crumbly, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir in broth, couscous, and remaining 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
  • Bring to a boil, then cover and remove from heat; let stand until liquid is absorbed and couscous is tender to bite, 3to 4 minutes.
  • Stir in parsley; add salt to taste.
  • Turn pepper halves over; fill each with about 2/3 cup lamb mixture.
  • Sprinkle feta cheese evenly over filling.
  • Bake until cheese is slightly melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Transfer peppers to a platter.
  • Serve.

Md Imran Hosen
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This dish was amazing! The lamb was so tender and the couscous was perfectly cooked. The bell peppers added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again!


Kailley Frias
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it! The lamb was cooked perfectly and the couscous was fluffy and flavorful. The bell peppers added a nice touch of color and flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


cshajur
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This was a great recipe! The lamb was so tender and juicy, and the couscous was perfectly cooked. The bell peppers added a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


Love you
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The lamb was cooked perfectly and the couscous was fluffy and flavorful. The bell peppers added a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


DJ IVONIC
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The lamb was tender and the couscous was fluffy. The bell peppers added a nice touch of color and flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Shahid Bilal
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I loved the flavor of this dish! The lamb and couscous were perfectly cooked and the bell peppers added a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


Lopchan Manu
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it! The lamb was tender and juicy, and the couscous was perfectly cooked. The bell peppers added a nice touch of sweetness and color. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Abc Xyz
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I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but this recipe was delicious! The lamb was cooked perfectly and the couscous was fluffy and flavorful. The bell peppers added a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


Saniya Simran
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This was an amazing recipe! The lamb was so tender and juicy, and the couscous was perfectly cooked. The bell peppers added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Jessica Morgan
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I made this recipe for my friends and they all loved it! The lamb was cooked perfectly and the couscous was fluffy and flavorful. The bell peppers added a nice touch of sweetness and color. I will definitely be making this again.


Zeynep Arikan
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This was a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It was easy to make and the results were delicious. The lamb was tender and the couscous was fluffy. The bell peppers added a nice touch of color and flavor.


Leonard Jonas
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I loved this recipe! The lamb was so tender and the couscous was perfectly cooked. The bell peppers added a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


CAMERON Quinn
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The lamb and couscous stuffing was perfectly seasoned and the bell peppers were roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Awais Qarni
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The lamb was tender and juicy, and the couscous was fluffy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


airasen mulldune
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I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but this dish was amazing! The flavors all melded together perfectly and the couscous was cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Mary Vivenzi
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The lamb and couscous stuffing was flavorful and perfectly cooked, and the bell peppers were roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again!