Sausage and Cream Cheese Stuffed Peppers

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Sausage and Cream Cheese Stuffed Peppers.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a toasty 450°F (230°C).

2. Step 2

   For easy cleanup later, line a square baking pan with aluminum foil.

3. Step 3

   While the oven warms up, grab a large skillet and heat it over medium-high heat.

4. Step 4

   Add your sausage and cook it, stirring often, until it’s beautifully browned and crumbly—this should take about 5 to 7 minutes.

5. Step 5

   Once it’s cooked, drain any excess grease from the skillet to keep your dish light and delicious.

6. Step 6

   In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, bacon bits, and minced garlic.

7. Step 7

   Then, fold in the cooked sausage and season the mixture with a pinch of salt and pepper.

8. Step 8

   Get in there with your hands and mix everything until it’s well blended; this is where the magic happens! Now, take your halved bell peppers and scoop the savory sausage mixture into each half, pressing gently to pack it in without overstuffing.

9. Step 9

   Arrange these colorful stuffed peppers in your prepared baking pan, creating a vibrant display.

10. Step 10

    Slide the pan into your preheated oven and let them bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the filling is slightly firm on top.

11. Step 11

    As soon as they come out of the oven, sprinkle a generous amount of shredded Cheddar cheese on top—watch it melt into gooey perfection! Let the stuffed peppers rest for about 5 minutes before carefully lifting them from the pan.

12. Step 12

    Enjoy the delightful flavors and the satisfaction of a meal well made!.