Pasta Stuffed Peppers

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Step 2

Cut the top off of each pepper and carefully scoop out the seeds and membranes.

Step 3

Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until very "al dente".

Step 4

Drain pasta and run cold water over the pasta to stop the cooking process.

Step 5

In a large bowl, mix together the pasta, tomatoes, basil, garlic, two cheeses, olive oil, and seasonings.

Step 6

Place the peppers standing up in a baking dish.

Step 7

Stuff each pepper with the filling and then place the top back on.

Step 8

Bake the peppers for about 35 minutes, or until the peppers start to wrinkle and blister.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature.