Description
Vibrant bell peppers filled with a creamy seafood mixture of crab and shrimp, seasoned perfectly for a delightful family dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 cup cooked crab meat, flaked
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.
- Slice the tops off the bell peppers, remove seeds and membranes, and place upright in a baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine crab, shrimp, cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, green onions, parsley, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, and cayenne. Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- Stuff each bell pepper with the seafood mixture and drizzle with olive oil.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the peppers are tender and filling is heated through.
- Uncover for the last 5-10 minutes to achieve a golden top.
Notes
Consider sautéing garlic before mixing into the filling for enhanced sweetness. You can also refrigerate the filling beforehand for quicker preparation.