Ingredients:
- 4 large bell peppers (any color), halved and seeded
- 200g mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated cheese (optional, for topping)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Sauté the Onion:
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until it becomes translucent, usually for about 3-4 minutes.
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Cook Mushrooms and Garlic:
- Add the minced garlic and finely chopped mushrooms to the skillet with the sautéed onion.
- Sauté the mixture until the mushrooms release their moisture and start to brown, and most of the liquid has evaporated. This will take around 5-7 minutes.
Add Quinoa or Rice and Seasonings:
- Stir in the cooked quinoa or rice, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper into the mushroom mixture.
- Mix well, ensuring that all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Prepare the Bell Peppers:
- Halve the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
Stuff the Bell Peppers:
- Place the halved bell peppers in a baking dish.
- Stuff each pepper half with the mushroom and quinoa mixture, pressing it down gently to pack the filling.
Optional Cheese Topping:
- If desired, sprinkle grated cheese over the stuffed peppers. This adds a delicious cheesy layer to your dish.
Bake the Stuffed Peppers:
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, ensuring it's tightly sealed.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the bell peppers become tender and slightly wrinkled.
Melt the Cheese and Brown the Top (Optional):
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes to melt the cheese and lightly brown the top of the stuffed peppers.
Garnish and Serve:
- Once the stuffed bell peppers are cooked to perfection, remove them from the oven.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro for a burst of color and flavor.
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Enjoy:
- Serve your Mushroom and Herb Stuffed Bell Peppers while they are still hot. These make a wholesome and satisfying meal or side dish.
These stuffed bell peppers are both nutritious and delicious, making them a great addition to your dinner table. Enjoy!