How to Make Stuffed Bell Peppers

Stuffed bell peppers are a southern treat that goes back a few decades. There are many varieties of stuffed bell peppers. In this recipe, I am going to describe how to make the traditional stuffed bell peppers. There are some key ingredients in this recipe that must be done right. The shrimp, crabmeat, and crab boil are all seasonings that can be googled. It's something about fresh Louisiana gulf shrimp that makes food taste a lot better. The tasso and ham cajun smoked is another added bonus. I also ensure that I add Tony Chachere's cajun seasonings. If you want this to be a meal to remember, please make sure that these key ingredients are sacrificed. Ok, let's begin.

Ingredients

5 bell peppers (Green or Yellow) 

1 Large yellow onion 

1 stalk of celery 

1 tablespoon of olive oil 

1 1/2 lbs ground beef or ground turkey 

1 lb Small shrimp (91-130 count) 

8 oz or more lump crab meat 

1/2 cup bread crumbs. I prefer to use Italian bread crumbs. 

2/3 cups of chicken broth 

Chopped tasso or ham (optional) 

1 cup shredded parmesan 

cajun seasoning 

1 tsp liquid crab boil. I prefer to use Zatarain's. 

salt and pepper 

onion and garlic powders

Instructions

Diced one pepper, onion, and celery finely; put aside in a cool location 

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil 

Add crab boil 

Slice remaining peppers in half and remove seeds 

Add peppers to boiling water 

Boil for 5-7 mins or until they soften just a bit. 

Drain and allow them to cool

Preheat oven to 360 degrees F 

Season and brown ground meat. Don't overcook ground meat. Remember the oven will do the rest. 

Drain and set aside in a bowl

Using the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil 

Saute veggies until the have a translucent look to them. 

Add shrimp 

Then Season lightly 

Saute until shrimp start to blush. Be careful not to overcook 

Add shrimp and veggies to the ground meat 

Then the breadcrumbs and broth (ham and tasso if you're using it) 

Mix and taste 

Adjust seasoning if needed 

Add in cheese. Try not to overpower the Bell Peppers with cheese. 

Gently fold in crab meat 

Stuff peppers and place into a greased baking dish 

Bake for 15-20 mins covered to trap moisture. 

Garnish with grated parmesan cheese if you'd like

By Stuffed Bell Pepper items at NolaGroceries

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