Description
Delightful Breakfast Stuffed Peppers filled with a savory mix of eggs, turkey sausage, spinach, mushrooms, and melted cheddar cheese. This wholesome and colorful dish is baked to perfection, making it a nutritious and satisfying start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 medium red bell peppers, cut horizontally through the stem, seeds removed
- 1 cup mushrooms, chopped
- 1/4 cup frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
Proteins
- 4 large eggs
- 1/3 cup egg whites
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey sausage, sliced or chopped
Dairy
- 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, grated
Oils & Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon avocado oil (or olive oil)
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking dish by placing the halved bell peppers inside and set aside.
- Cook Mushrooms: Heat avocado oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped mushrooms, season with a pinch of salt, and cook while stirring occasionally until they release their liquid and soften, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together eggs and egg whites until yolks are broken. Add cooked turkey sausage, thawed spinach, cooked mushrooms, ½ teaspoon Kosher salt, and ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Stir until evenly combined.
- Fill Peppers: Pour or spoon the egg mixture into the prepared red bell pepper halves. Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese evenly on top. Pour 2 tablespoons of water into the bottom of the baking dish to keep the peppers moist throughout baking.
- Bake Covered and Uncovered: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. After 25 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for another 20-25 minutes, or until the egg mixture is fully set and cheese is melted and slightly browned.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your flavorful, protein-packed breakfast stuffed peppers!
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze excess water out of the thawed spinach to avoid soggy filling.
- You can substitute turkey sausage with any preferred cooked sausage or bacon.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the sausage and add extra vegetables or beans.
- Covering the baking dish with foil initially helps to steam the eggs and prevents the peppers from drying out.
- Feel free to experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for varied flavor.
