Cajun Stuffed Bell Pepper Etouffee
Cajun Stuffed Bell Pepper Etouffee is a delicious and hearty dish that combines the flavors of Cajun cuisine with the comfort of stuffed bell peppers. This dish is perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion, and it's sure to impress your guests.
To make Cajun Stuffed Bell Pepper Etouffee, you will need the following ingredients:
- 4 large bell peppers, halved and seeded
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Green onions, chopped, for garnish
To start, preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Place the bell pepper halves in a baking dish and set aside.
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is translucent. Add the diced tomatoes, cooked rice, Cajun seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook for a few minutes until the flavors have melded together.
Spoon the beef mixture into the bell pepper halves, filling them to the top. Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the baking dish. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
While the peppers are baking, make the etouffee sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for a minute or two until the mixture is smooth. Slowly whisk in the heavy cream and continue to cook until the sauce has thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Once the peppers are done baking, remove the foil and spoon the etouffee sauce over the top of each pepper. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the peppers are tender.
Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.
Cajun Stuffed Bell Pepper Etouffee is a savory and satisfying dish that combines the flavors of Cajun cuisine with the comfort of stuffed bell peppers. The dish is rich and creamy, with a spicy kick from the Cajun seasoning and hot sauce. The peppers are tender and flavorful, and the etouffee sauce adds a delicious finishing touch. This dish is perfect for any occasion and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Type of dish: Cajun comfort food
Main ingredients: Bell peppers, ground beef, rice
