Best 6 Smoked Sausage And Orzo Stuffed Peppers Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to preparing the irresistible dish of smoked sausage and orzo stuffed peppers. Discover the art of crafting this delightful meal, from selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the perfect cooking techniques. Learn how to create a flavorful filling using a combination of smoked sausage, orzo, and an array of herbs and spices, all nestled within colorful and vibrant bell peppers. Whether you prefer a classic preparation or are looking to add your own unique twist, this article will provide you with the knowledge and inspiration you need to create a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your loved ones.

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ORZO WITH SAUSAGE, PEPPERS AND TOMATOES



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 red bell pepper
1 orange bell pepper
1 pound orzo pasta
3 cups chicken stock
3 cups water
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
7 ounces (2 links) mild Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
1 clove garlic, minced
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup ricotta salata cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Using tongs, place the bell peppers over a gas flame. Cook, turning occasionally, until the skins are charred on all sides, about 5 to 6 minutes. (Alternatively, place the peppers on a baking sheet and broil for 5 to 8 minutes, until charred.) Place the charred peppers in a medium bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow the peppers to steam for 20 minutes. Under running water, peel away the charred skin from the peppers. Pat the peppers dry with paper towels. Remove the stem and seeds from the peppers and cut into 1/4-inch thick slices. Set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken stock, water, and kosher salt to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • While the pasta is cooking: In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the turkey sausage and saute until cooked through, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the bell peppers, tomatoes, and red pepper flakes, if using, and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid, and transfer to a large serving bowl. Add the sausage mixture, 1 tablespoon of the parsley, and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Toss well to combine all ingredients, adding reserved cooking liquid, if needed, to loosen the pasta. Top with the ricotta salata and sprinkle with the remaining parsley. Serve.

SMOKED SAUSAGE-STUFFED PEPPERS



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This recipe evolved over time. It draws heavily on a stuffed pepper recipe passed on to me by my mother years ago.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 pound fully cooked smoked sausage, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup uncooked instant rice
1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1 cup canned stewed tomatoes
2 medium sweet red or green peppers, cut in half lengthwise and seeded
2 tablespoons butter-flavored cracker crumbs
2 bacon strips, halved
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook the sausage, onion and garlic in oil until meat is browned. Add the broth, kidney beans, rice and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until rice is tender. Add tomatoes. Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until thickened., Place pepper halves in a greased shallow 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Place 1-1/2 teaspoons cracker crumbs in each pepper half. Fill with sausage mixture., In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until lightly browned, Top each pepper with half of cheese and 1 bacon half. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until bacon is crisp.

Nutrition Facts :

SMOKED SAUSAGE AND ORZO STUFFED PEPPERS



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Everyone gets their own personal dinner tucked into a delicious sweet pepper.

Provided by Hillshire Farm(R) Brand

Categories     Hillshire Farm®

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (14 ounce) package Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage, cut into 1/4-inch-wide half moons
1 medium onion, 1/2-inch dice
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 cups orzo pasta, cooked according to package directions
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 ¾ cups marinara sauce
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
6 bell peppers

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add smoked sausage, onion, garlic and Italian seasoning and cook for 6-9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and smoked sausage is brown. Stir in white wine vinegar, cooked orzo, salt, pepper and 1/4 cup mozzarella; remove from heat and set aside.
  • Mix together the marinara sauce and cinnamon and stir 1/4 cup of the sauce into the skillet. Spoon remaining sauce into the bottom of a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  • Cut the tops off of the peppers, remove the seeds, stuff them with the orzo-smoked sausage mixture and place in baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese and bake until heated through, 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 609.1 calories, Carbohydrate 71.6 g, Cholesterol 48.8 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 1126.2 mg, Sugar 13 g

ORZO-STUFFED PEPPERS



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Make and share this Orzo-Stuffed Peppers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 large green peppers
1 cup orzo pasta, uncooked
1 lb bulk Italian sausage
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
2 cups marinara sauce or 2 cups spaghetti sauce
1 medium tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil, minced
2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds.
  • In large kettle, cook peppers in boiling water for 3-5 minutes; drain and rinse in cold water; set aside.
  • Cook orzo according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in large skillet, cook the sausage, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
  • Drain orzo; stir into meat mixture.
  • Add the marinara sauce, tomato, basil, rosemary and pepper flakes.
  • Spoon into peppers.
  • Place in a greased 11-inch by 7-inch baking dish.
  • Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes.
  • Uncover, sprinkle with cheeses.
  • Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

ORZO-STUFFED PEPPERS



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Packed with orzo, Italian sausage and summer flavors, these stuffed peppers make a fun, fast-fixing meal. Get colorful with green, orange, red or yellow peppers. Use more or less pepper flakes to adjust the level of heat to your liking! -Kelly Evans, Kalamazoo, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 large green peppers
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1/2 cup chopped red onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 cups marinara or spaghetti sauce
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil
2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds. In a Dutch oven, cook peppers in boiling water for 3-5 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water; set aside., Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain., Drain orzo; stir into meat mixture. Add the marinara sauce, tomato, basil, rosemary and pepper flakes. Spoon into peppers. , Place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheeses. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 836mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

SMOKED SAUSAGE AND ORZO STUFFED PEPPERS



Smoked Sausage and Orzo Stuffed Peppers image

Everyone gets their own personal dinner tucked into a delicious sweet pepper.

Provided by Hillshire Farm(R) Brand

Categories     Hillshire Farm®

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (14 ounce) package Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage, cut into 1/4-inch-wide half moons
1 medium onion, 1/2-inch dice
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 cups orzo pasta, cooked according to package directions
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 ¾ cups marinara sauce
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
6 bell peppers

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add smoked sausage, onion, garlic and Italian seasoning and cook for 6-9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and smoked sausage is brown. Stir in white wine vinegar, cooked orzo, salt, pepper and 1/4 cup mozzarella; remove from heat and set aside.
  • Mix together the marinara sauce and cinnamon and stir 1/4 cup of the sauce into the skillet. Spoon remaining sauce into the bottom of a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  • Cut the tops off of the peppers, remove the seeds, stuff them with the orzo-smoked sausage mixture and place in baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese and bake until heated through, 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 609.1 calories, Carbohydrate 71.6 g, Cholesterol 48.8 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 1126.2 mg, Sugar 13 g

Tips:

  • For a vegetarian filling, omit the smoked sausage and add an extra cup of vegetables, such as diced zucchini, carrots, or mushrooms.
  • If you don't have orzo on hand, you can use another small pasta shape, such as penne or macaroni.
  • To make the peppers ahead of time, stuff them and bake them according to the recipe. Then, let them cool completely and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat them in a 350°F oven for about 20 minutes, or until they're warmed through.
  • Serve the stuffed peppers with a side of your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or tzatziki sauce.

Conclusion:

Smoked sausage and orzo stuffed peppers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. They're also a great way to use up leftover smoked sausage or orzo. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a hearty and flavorful dish that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these smoked sausage and orzo stuffed peppers a try.

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