SAUSAGE AND LENTIL STUFFED PEPPERS
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Sausage and Lentil Stuffed Peppers
Servings: 4
Keywords: sausage, pepper
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Total Time: 55 mins

Ingredients
Instructions
- Cut peppers in half, cleaning the interior. Place in a pot of water with a teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes then take off the heat and let sit for 5 minutes with the lid on. Drain and place in a baking dish. Sauté the onions and garlic for about 5 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar and sauté for another 2 minutes. Place in a large bowl. Add rice, lentils, cranberries, apricots, and walnuts. Cook the sausage and add it to the bowl. Mix the ingredients in the bowl and add 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, basil, parsley, and 1 cup of cheese. Salt and pepper to taste. Heat the oven to 375°F. Stuff the peppers with the mixture and top with the remaining cheese. Cook covered for 20 minutes then uncovered for an additional 10 minutes. Click for larger image

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1
Serving Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving | ||
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Calories 688 | ||
% Daily Value* | ||
Total Fat 25.2g | 38% | |
Saturated Fat 11.4g | 57% | |
Trans Fat 0g | ||
Sodium 584mg | 24% | |
Total Carbohydrate 61g | 20% | |
Dietary Fiber 11.8g | 47% | |
Sugars 14.5g | ||
Protein 54.7g |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:
Notes
The peppers can easily be prepared a day ahead and then heated before serving.