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Mini Peppers Filled with Spicy Sausage and Herb Cheese

Mini Peppers Filled with Spicy Sausage and Herb Cheese deliver a juicy bite with a gentle heat from hot Italian sausage, balanced by creamy garlic-and-herb cheese and earthy mushrooms. The peppers stay crisp-tender under a quick broil, creating a pleasing contrast of textures. Serve as a game-day appetizer, party snack, or savory small plate alongside fresh herbs for a bright finish.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook10 mins
  • Serves18
  • DifficultyEasy
Mini Peppers Filled with Spicy Sausage and Herb Cheese
  1. 1

    Crumble the sausage into a nonstick skillet over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add the mushrooms, red pepper flakes, and green onions, keeping about 3 tablespoons of the green onion tops aside. Stir until the sausage is browned, 3 to 4 more minutes, then drain any excess fat.

  3. 3

    Take the skillet off the heat and stir in the Boursin until it melts and combines well with the other ingredients.

  4. 4

    Fill each pepper half with about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the sausage mixture; arrange the filled peppers on a baking sheet.

  5. 5

    Preheat the oven's broiler.

  6. 6

    Broil until the filling is lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a serving tray and sprinkle with the reserved green onion tops. Garnish with sprigs of fresh parsley or fresh basil. Serve warm or at room temperature.

About This Recipe

Mini Peppers Filled with Spicy Sausage and Herb Cheese is an Italian appetizer recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 18, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bell Pepper, Fresh Parsley, Green Onion, and Herb Cheese. Each serving provides about 75.03 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Mini Peppers Filled with Spicy Sausage and Herb Cheese?
It is an Italian recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or snack.
What is Mini Peppers Filled with Spicy Sausage and Herb Cheese made of?
The main ingredients are Bell Pepper, Fresh Parsley, Green Onion, Herb Cheese, Italian Pork Sausage. The full list of 7 is above.
What goes well with Mini Peppers Filled with Spicy Sausage and Herb Cheese?
Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Mini Peppers Filled with Spicy Sausage and Herb Cheese?
About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 75.03 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Mini Peppers Filled with Spicy Sausage and Herb Cheese easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 6 steps.

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