1 (888) 635-8115 (US)Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers with Mashed Potatoes
These Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers are an easy and healthy staple. Simply combine fresh ingredients like spinach and lentils with Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, and our Idahoan® FLAKES INSTAMASH® Mashed Potatoes Mix. Fold this combination into red peppers and bake for a no-fuss, nutrient-dense meal that’s sure to please the crowd!
TIME
50 minutes
YIELD
40
DISH TYPE
K12
Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers with Mashed Potatoes
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Serves: 40
Ingredients
- 1 bag (28 oz) Idahoan® FLAKES INSTAMASH® Mashed Potatoes Mix, prepared
- 10 cups baby spinach, sautéed or steamed
- 9 cups drained canned lentils, rinsed
- 3½ cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 2 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 20 large red peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
- 40 oz whole grain crackers
Instructions
- Stir together mashed potatoes, spinach, lentils, 1 cup Parmesan and Italian seasoning.
- Arrange peppers in single layer in 2 greased full size, 2-inch deep steam table pans. Fill each half with 1 cup mashed potato stuffing. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan over top.
- Cover with foil and bake in 400°F oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until peppers are slightly softened. Remove foil; bake, uncovered, for 10 to 15 minutes or until peppers are tender, filling is heated through and top is golden brown. Serve with whole grain crackers.
Notes
Tip: Substitute basil pesto for Italian seasoning.
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Nutrition Information
Serving size: Half stuffed pepper, 1 cup filling, 1 oz whole grain cracker Calories: 310 Fat: 8g Saturated fat: 2g Trans fat: 0g Carbohydrates: 47g Sugar: 5g Sodium: 750mg Fiber: 10g Protein: 14g Cholesterol: 5mg
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