Sheet Pan Christmas Sausage & Cranberry Stuffed Peppers
Sheet Pan Christmas Sausage & Cranberry Stuffed Peppers are a festive delight that combines savory Italian sausage with sweet cranberries, all nestled in colorful bell peppers. This easy-to-make dish not only looks stunning but also bursts with flavor, making it perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy dinners. Whip up this recipe to create lasting memories around your dining table, leaving your guests asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bell peppers (red, yellow, green, or orange)
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup cranberries (fresh or dried)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Slice off the tops of the bell peppers and remove seeds; place them upright on the prepared sheet pan.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage for about 7-10 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in cranberries and cook for another minute until well combined.
- Generously fill each pepper with the sausage mixture and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (150g)
- Calories: 319
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 785mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: - Substitute Italian sausage with ground turkey or a vegetarian option if desired. - Enhance flavors by adding spices like cumin or paprika. - For creaminess, consider mixing in cream cheese before stuffing.