Charred Peppers with Stracciatella and Pesto

Indulge in a burst of flavors with these Charred Peppers with Stracciatella and Pesto! Roasted sweet peppers, drizzled with olive oil and finished with a balsamic glaze, are paired with luscious stracciatella cheese and a dollop of vibrant pesto. This elegant dish promises a symphony of delicious tastes in every bite!

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Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Italian

Keywords: Bell Peppers, Easy Recipes, Easy to Make, Homemade, Peppers, Pesto, Quick and Easy Recipe, Stracciatella

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 12

Total Time: 27

Servings: servings

Calories: 510kcal

Equipments

Ingredients

Let's gather the ingredients!

▢ 6 sweet peppers 2 each: red, orange, yellow
▢ 16 oz stracciatella or burrata
▢ ¾ cup pesto
▢ Olive oil and balsamic glaze for finishing
▢ Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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Prepare the Peppers

Slice the peppers in half lengthwise (from top to bottom).
Remove some of the ribs and seeds.
Char the Peppers

Grill Method

Preheat the grill to high heat.
Place the peppers directly on the grill grates.
Turn the peppers every 2-3 minutes, allowing each side to blacken and blister.
Total grilling time is typically 10-12 minutes until the peppers are evenly charred.

Stove Top Method

Place the peppers directly on a comal or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
Use tongs to turn the peppers every 2-3 minutes.
Char until the skin is blistered and blackened, usually taking about 10-12 minutes in total.

Finish and Serve

Top the charred peppers with stracciatella or burrata.
Drizzle with pesto, balsamic glaze, and olive oil.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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