STUFFED YELLOW PEPPERS WITH ISRAELI COUSCOUS AND PESTO
The large spherical couscous that we know as Israeli couscous actually has its origins in North Africa, where it is called muhamma. In Middle Eastern markets, you may find it labeled maghribiyya.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, weekday, main course
Time 1h15m
Yield Serves six
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat one tablespoon of the olive oil over medium-high heat in a medium saucepan. Add the couscous. Stir until the couscous begins to color and smell toasty. Add 2 cups water and salt to taste. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer 15 minutes or until the couscous is tender. Drain.
- Turn on a blender or a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Drop in the garlic. When it is chopped and adhering to the sides of the blender jar or food processor bowl, stop the machine and scrape down the sides. Add the basil leaves and salt to taste. Turn on the machine, and add the remaining olive oil. Process until smooth. Add the cheese, and blend until incorporated.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Oil a lidded casserole large enough to accommodate all of the peppers. Combine the couscous and pesto. Stir together. Taste and adjust seasonings, adding salt and pepper to taste. Fill the halved peppers with this mixture, and arrange in the casserole. Pour the tomato sauce or purée into the dish. Cover and bake 45 minutes to an hour until the peppers are soft but still hold their shape. Remove from the heat, and serve hot or at room temperature, with some of the tomato sauce spooned over the top. Garnish with basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 281, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 521 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
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Azeem Tanoli
[email protected]This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The stuffed peppers were beautiful and delicious.
spiffatron
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm glad I tried it. The stuffed peppers were surprisingly delicious. I would definitely make this again.
Adelaide Plange
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The peppers were perfectly cooked and the filling was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Renatush Saveniuk
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the Israeli couscous and pesto filling. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Sam Lewis
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm glad I tried it. The stuffed peppers were surprisingly delicious. The Israeli couscous and pesto filling was flavorful and the peppers were cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.
lyka Posesano
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they all loved it. The peppers were perfectly cooked and the filling was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Ali hassan pardesi 2228
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the Israeli couscous and pesto filling. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Killer22 Ninj
[email protected]This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The stuffed peppers were beautiful and delicious. I especially liked the contrast between the sweet peppers and the savory filling.
Mehedi Chowdhury
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of peppers, but I really enjoyed this dish. The Israeli couscous and pesto filling was delicious and the peppers were cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.
Landon Randall
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I used a variety of peppers, including red, orange, and yellow, and they all looked beautiful on the plate. The filling was also very tasty and flavorful.
md hasibur
[email protected]These stuffed yellow peppers were a hit with my family! The Israeli couscous and pesto filling was flavorful and moist, and the peppers were perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this dish again.