Stracciatella with Anchovies & Balsamic Peppers

Stracciatella with Anchovies & Balsamic Peppers

a dazzling appetizer

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 0m
Cook Time: 15m
Total Time: 15m
Servings: 8
Difficulty: Easy
4.8 (11 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

95
Calories
8g
Fat
2g
Carbohydrates
6g
Protein
21mg
Cholesterol
225mg
Sodium
Stracciatella with Anchovies & Balsamic Peppers

Recipe Description

If you’re looking to impress your guests with a unique and delicious appetizer, look no further than this Stracciatella with Anchovies & Balsamic Peppers recipe! Inspired by Italian flavors, this dish offers a delightful blend of tastes, guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds. The rich creaminess of stracciatella cheese meets the savory depth of anchovies, all brightened up by the tangy sweetness of balsamic bell peppers. It’s a flavor explosion that’s perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just having friends over for a casual get-together.

What’s even better? This recipe is incredibly easy to prepare and takes just about 15 minutes from start to finish! You can serve it as an elegant centerpiece on your dinner table or turn it into stracciatella bruschetta for a fun finger-food option. No matter how you present it, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So gather your ingredients, and let’s dive into a tasty experience that beautifully showcases the combination of creamy, salty, and tangy flavors. Your taste buds will thank you!

To make the Stracciatella with Anchovies & Balsamic Peppers, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Stracciatella with Anchovies & Balsamic Peppers

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Prepare bell peppers

    10 min
    Step 1 - Stracciatella with Anchovies & Balsamic Peppers

    In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil and add the sliced red bell peppers. Sprinkle the peppers with ¼ teaspoon salt. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 3 minutes. Then uncover, stir, cover again, and cook for another 3 minutes. Then uncover, stir, and cook for 3 minutes more or until the peppers are soft and browned.

  2. 2

    Add balsamic vinegar

    1 min
    Step 2 - Stracciatella with Anchovies & Balsamic Peppers

    Stir in 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar and cook for another 15-30 seconds. Remove from the heat and set aside.

  3. 3

    Assemble

    4 min
    Step 3 - Stracciatella with Anchovies & Balsamic Peppers

    Spread the stracciatella cheese on a large platter. Arrange the anchovies and bell pepper slices on top. Sprinkle with mini croutons. Garnish with a few drops of extra-virgin olive oil and freshly ground black pepper.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Step 4 - Stracciatella with Anchovies & Balsamic Peppers

    Pair it with crusty bread or toasted sourdough.

About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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4.8 out of 5 (11 reviews)
Quincy
April 10, 2025
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Superb flavor blend.

Hank
April 4, 2025
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I tried this Stracciatella with Anchovies & Balsamic Peppers for a family gathering, and it was a hit. So easy to make, yet so impressive on the table!

Kathy
March 28, 2025
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Delicious! I made this Stracciatella with Anchovies & Balsamic Peppers for my mom's birthday party, and everyone loved it. The flavors blended perfectly and it was so easy to prepare. It made my day special to see my family enjoy it together. I will definitely make this again.

Zoe Matthews
March 28, 2025
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Superb! I made this for my husband's birthday party and everyone loved it. The flavors blend so well together, it was a huge hit with our friends. I'll definitely be making it again soon.

Tammy
March 27, 2025
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I made this Stracciatella with Anchovies & Balsamic Peppers for a family gathering, and everyone loved it. The blend of flavors was exceptional and so simple to prepare. It definitely added a touch of Italy to our meal. Thank you!

Valeria Winslow
March 25, 2025
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Hice esta Stracciatella con anchoas para una reunion con amigos, y todos quedaron encantados. La combinacion de sabores es sorprendente. Usé los ingredientes frescos y se prepara muy rapido. Definitivamente lo haré de nuevo para la próxima cena familiar.

David Johnson
March 25, 2025
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Super easy n' tasty, my fam loved it!

Wendy
March 23, 2025
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I made this dish for a friend’s dinner party and everyone was blown away! The flavors of stracciatella and anchovies are perfect together. Super easy to prep too, loved it!

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