Marinated Stuffed Cherry Peppers

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Marinated stuffed cherry peppers are a quintessential antipasto. Seasoning the olive oil kicks it up a notch from a basic appetizer to a showstopper.

Submitted by Brian Genest
Updated on October 1, 2024
Prep Time:
30 mins
Additional Time:
5 hrs
Total Time:
5 hrs 30 mins
Servings:
10
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 10 servings

  • 10 cherry peppers

  • 1 (7 ounce) package mozzarella cheese

  • 5 slices prosciutto

  • 2 cups olive oil

  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano

  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Directions

  1. Cut a circle, at an inward angle, around pepper stems. Remove tops; scoop out seeds and membranes, like a tiny pumpkin.

  2. Cut mozzarella into thumbnail-sized cubes, varying sizes slightly to fit each pepper. Cut prosciutto slices in half; wrap around mozzarella cubes. Stuff into pepper openings.

  3. Add olive oil to a jar or lidded container. Whisk in Parmesan cheese, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper, and pepper flakes to combine.

  4. Add peppers to oil mixture; seal the lid. Let marinate for 5 to 6 hours. Serve straight out of the jar.

Cook's Note:

If using jarred peppers, rinse thoroughly under water and then let soak in warm water for 30 minutes before coring.

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes a full package of mozzarella.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

477 Calories
49g Fat
3g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 477
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 49g 63%
Saturated Fat 9g 46%
Cholesterol 20mg 7%
Sodium 553mg 24%
Total Carbohydrate 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 176mg 14%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 26mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.