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Stuffed Cherry Peppers with Italian Sausage
Michonne Zendaya

Stuffed Cherry Peppers with Italian Sausage

These Stuffed Cherry Peppers with Italian Sausage are a bold, bite-sized appetizer filled with spicy sausage, herbs, and melted cheese. Perfect for game day or holidays, they pack a burst of flavor in every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 20 pieces
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 20 cherry peppers, tops removed and seeded
  • 250 g Italian sausage, casing removed
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for drizzling)

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • spoon or piping bag
  • knife
  • oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking dish or tray with parchment paper.
  2. In a skillet, cook Italian sausage over medium heat until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a bowl, combine cooked sausage, cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, and black pepper. Mix until creamy and well blended.
  4. Stuff each cherry pepper generously with the sausage mixture using a small spoon or piping bag.
  5. Arrange stuffed peppers in the baking dish and drizzle lightly with olive oil.
  6. Bake for 15–20 minutes, until peppers are tender and tops are golden. Serve warm.

Notes

Use mild or hot Italian sausage depending on your spice preference. You can substitute cherry peppers with mini bell peppers for a milder version. Prepare ahead by stuffing the peppers and refrigerating until ready to bake.