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Pizza-Stuffed Bell Peppers – Low-Carb Pizza Perfection! Recipe

Pizza-Stuffed Bell Peppers – Low-Carb Pizza Perfection! Recipe
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These Pizza-Stuffed Bell Peppers are a delicious low-carb twist on classic pizza. Loaded with Italian sausage, bacon, pepperoni, and melty mozzarella cheese inside tender bell pepper halves, this recipe offers all the flavors of your favorite pizza without the carbs. Perfect as a hearty dinner or a satisfying meal prep option, these stuffed peppers are flavorful, easy to make, and sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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Meat and Protein

  • 4 oz bacon, diced
  • 1 lb Italian sausage, crumbled
  • 4 oz pepperoni, sliced

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 4 large bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
  • ¼ cup black olives, sliced (optional)

Other Ingredients

  • 2 cups pizza or marinara sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed peppers.
  2. Cook the Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon onto a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the grease in the skillet. Add the crumbled Italian sausage and cook until browned. If using, add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Prepare the Filling: Stir in the sliced pepperoni, black olives (if using), and the pizza or marinara sauce into the skillet. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to meld the flavors together. Remove from heat and mix in the cooked bacon.
  4. Stuff the Bell Peppers: Cut the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove all seeds and membranes. Arrange the pepper halves in a baking dish, cut side up. Evenly spoon the prepared pizza filling into each pepper half, filling them generously.
  5. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over each stuffed pepper, ensuring a good coverage to create a gooey cheese topping once baked.
  6. Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the bell peppers are tender. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly browned.
  7. Serve: Allow the stuffed peppers to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy this flavorful and low-carb pizza-inspired dish as a fulfilling meal.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, use spicy Italian sausage or add red pepper flakes to the filling.
  • Omit the black olives and onions if you prefer a simpler flavor.
  • Bell peppers can be substituted with poblano peppers for a smoky flavor.
  • Leftover stuffed peppers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
  • To make this recipe vegetarian, substitute sausage, bacon, and pepperoni with plant-based alternatives or extra vegetables.

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