Green Bell Peppers Stuffed with Maitake Mushrooms

Maitake mushrooms are also known as ‘hen of the woods’ due to their unique appearance resembling the fluffed feathers of a nesting hen.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Green Bell Peppers Stuffed with Maitake Mushrooms

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 piece Green bell peppers
• 200 gram Maitake mushrooms
• 1 piece Onion
• 2 piece Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 4 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
3. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
4. Add the maitake mushrooms and cook until tender.
5. Season with salt and black pepper.
6. Fill the bell peppers with the mushroom mixture.
7. Sprinkle breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese on top.
8. Place the stuffed bell peppers in a baking dish.
9. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and golden.
10. Let the peppers rest for 10 minutes before serving.
11. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Sugars 5g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.