Gluten-Free JOC Appetizer: Sausage-Stuffed Cherry Peppers

Ingredients:

12-16 large gluten-free cherry peppers
1/2 pound gluten-free Italian sausage, casings removed
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup shredded gluten-free mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated gluten-free Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Cut the tops off the gluten-free cherry peppers and remove the seeds. Be sure to wear gloves or wash your hands thoroughly afterward, as the peppers can be spicy.

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the gluten-free Italian sausage until browned and crumbled. Drain any excess grease.

In a bowl, combine the cooked sausage, softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Carefully stuff each cleaned cherry pepper with the sausage and cheese mixture.

Place the stuffed cherry peppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or in a greased baking dish.

Drizzle olive oil over the stuffed peppers.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the peppers are tender, and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. These gluten-free Sausage-Stuffed Cherry Peppers are a delightful appetizer for any occasion!