Jack O’ Lantern Stuffed Pepper – RM3®
Cook Time 1 hour hr
Course Appetizer
Servings 4 people
Ingredients
- 1 lb. lean ground turkey
- 4 large orange bell peppers
- 3 egg whites
- ¼ cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 Tbsp water
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400ºF.
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Carve the tops of the bell peppers so they can be placed back on for baking. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and ribs. Shake out any leftover seeds.
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Using a sharp paring knife, carefully cut out two triangles for eyes, one triangle for a nose, and whatever shape mouth you like.
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Combine lean ground turkey, egg whites, onion, and seasonings in a large mixing bowl.
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Spoon ¼ of the mixture into each pepper and pack it in, careful it doesn't squish out the face.
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Place the tops back on the peppers. Put them in your casserole dish. Add water and cover with foil.
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Bake for 1 hour and enjoy.
Notes
Recipe Yields: 17 servings of protein and 16 ½ servings of vegetables.
Keyword Stuffed Pepper