Delicious Italian Sausage-Stuffed Bell Peppers with Tomato-Mushroom Marinara

Are you tired of the same old dinner routine? Looking to spice up your meals with a burst of Italian flavors? Look no further than these Italian Sausage-Stuffed Bell Peppers with Tomato-Mushroom Marinara.

This hearty and delicious recipe combines savory Italian sausage, vibrant bell peppers, and a rich tomato-mushroom marinara sauce for a meal that will have your taste buds dancing with delight.

In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the easy steps to create this mouthwatering dish that is sure to become a family favorite. So get ready to impress your loved ones with a taste of Italy right in your own kitchen!

Italian Sausage-Stuffed Bell Peppers with Tomato-Mushroom Marinara

Low-Carb Bell Peppers are the perfect flavor and nutrient-packed dinner! This recipe is easy to make and perfect for meal prep! The bell peppers, onions, garlic, and spinach add micronutrients to this flavorful dish. This recipe is slightly higher in carbs (11.9g of net carbs) than a normal keto dish; however, if you keep the rest of your carbs low throughout these bell peppers this definitely fits into your macros.

PREP TIME-15 mins COOK TIME-45 mins TOTAL TIME-1 hr

Ingredients

For the Marinara:

•  1 tbsp olive oil
•  1 cup chopped mushrooms
•  ¼ small red onion, chopped
•  1 large heirloom tomato, chopped
•  ½ cup brown beef stock
•  ¼ bunch fresh basil, chopped
•  1 tsp garlic powder
•  ¼ cup heavy cream
•  ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 2 ounces)

For the Filling:

1.  1 tbsp coconut oil or MCT oil
2.  ¼ small white onion, chopped
3.  3 green onions, chopped
4.  2 cloves garlic, chopped
5.  4 oz spinach, chopped
6.  8 oz 80/20 ground sirloin
7.  8 oz Italian sausage, casings removed, crumbled
8.  2 oz cream cheese (¼ cup)
9.  2 oz feta cheese
10.  2 tsp Italian seasoning
11.  ½ tsp kosher salt
12.  ¼ tsp ground black pepper
13.  2 tbsp high-fiber coconut flour
14.  3 tbsp hazelnut flour, divided
15.  1 tbsp ground flax seeds
16.  4 small bell peppers, any color, seeded and cored
17.  ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 2 ounces)

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and set a cooling rack in it.
• Make the marinara: Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes. When the oil is hot, add the red onion and mushrooms to the pan and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, until the vegetables have begun to brown, stirring occasionally.
• Add the tomato to the saucepan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, then add the stock, basil, and garlic powder. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, until reduced by one-quarter. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
• While the marinara is simmering, make the filling for the peppers: In a large sauté pan over medium heat, heat the coconut oil for 1 to 2 minutes, then add the onions, garlic, and spinach and sauté, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a small mixing bowl and set aside to cool slightly.
• In a large bowl, combine the ground sirloin, sausage, cream cheese, feta cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper with the spinach mixture and ¼ cup of the marinara; mix to incorporate all the ingredients.
• Mix together the coconut flour and 1 tablespoon of the hazelnut flour, then evenly dust the inside of each bell pepper with the flour mixture. Stuff each pepper evenly with about 5 ounces of the filling and set on the cooling rack in the prepared sheet pan.
• Combine the remaining 2 tablespoons of hazelnut flour, ground flax seeds, and Parmesan cheese in a small bowl, then evenly dust the tops of the stuffed bell peppers.
• Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until the internal temperature of the filling, reaches 155°F. Remove from the oven, plate with the remaining marinara, and serve your low-carb bell peppers immediately.
• Store leftover low-carb bell peppers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Transport your taste buds to Italy with these flavorful Italian Sausage-Stuffed Bell Peppers accompanied by a rich Tomato-Mushroom Marinara. This Stuffed Bell Peppers dish is a delicious fusion of savory flavors and vibrant colors that will surely impress your family and friends. The combination of the juicy bell peppers, seasoned Italian sausage, and hearty marinara creates a mouthwatering experience that you won’t want to miss. If you give this recipe a try, don’t forget to share your feedback with us in the comments below. Buon appetito!

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