Soda Bread Stuffed Peppers with Herbed Cheese

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Crisp peppers filled with fluffy soda bread and tangy cheese, baked to golden perfection. This irish-inspired vegetarian ready in about 40 minutes pairs bell peppers, soda bread, shredded cheddar cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.5 (10 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Irish cuisine 240 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Slice bell peppers in half lengthwise, remove seeds and membranes, and place cut-side down on a baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, mix crumbled soda bread, 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, heavy cream, parsley, garlic powder, and thyme until combined.
  3. Step 3: Divide mixture evenly among pepper halves, pressing gently to compact. Top with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 25 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is bubbly and golden.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Soda Bread Stuffed Peppers with Herbed Cheese take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Soda Bread Stuffed Peppers with Herbed Cheese?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bell peppers from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Soda Bread Stuffed Peppers with Herbed Cheese?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Soda Bread Stuffed Peppers with Herbed Cheese for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Soda Bread Stuffed Peppers with Herbed Cheese vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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