Mafeteng Spinach And Cheese Stuffed Bell Peppers
Mafeteng Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Bell Peppers is a delicious and nutritious dish from the cuisine of Lesotho. This recipe combines the flavors of spinach, cheese, and bell peppers to create a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers
- 2 cups chopped spinach
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked rice
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped spinach, shredded cheese, cooked rice, diced onion, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the bell peppers with the spinach and cheese mixture.
- Place the stuffed bell peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through.
- Serve the Mafeteng Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Bell Peppers hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 12g
- Fat
- 16g
Supplies
Baking dish Foil
Tools
Knife Cutting board Bowl
Serving suggestions
Serve the Mafeteng Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Bell Peppers with a side of fresh salad or crusty bread.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the spinach and cheese mixture before stuffing the bell peppers.
Cost
$10