Peppers with Almond-Garlic Bread Crumbs |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 35 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
1/2 cup slivered almonds (2 oz), lightly toasted |
1 (5-inch) section of baguette, cut into 1-inch cubes |
1 large garlic clove |
3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley |
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil |
3/4 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon black pepper |
2 lb mixed red and yellow bell peppers, tender-roasted |
Directions:
1. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Pulse almonds, bread, and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped. Transfer to a bowl and stir in parsley, oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
3. Put half of peppers, alternating colors, in an oiled 9-inch glass or ceramic pie plate and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Sprinkle with half of almond mixture. Repeat layering and bake until hot and crumbs are golden, 20 to 25 minutes.
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