Beef-stuffed Zucchini
Adapted from
http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/Beef-Stuffed-Zucchini?pmcode=ECB51VH229&_mid=2276470&_rid=2276470.896501.216041
Ingredients:
4 medium zucchini
1 pound ground beef (I used ground turkey)
1/2 cup chopped onion (I used frozen already chopped onions, as a trick my sister-in-law taught me)
1 egg
3/4 cup marinara or spaghetti sauce
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
Additional marinara or spaghetti sauce
Directions:
Cut zucchini in half lengthwise; cut a thin slice from the bottom of each with a sharp knife to allow zucchini to sit flat. Scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-in. shells.
Place shells in an ungreased 3-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Remove from the heat; stir in the egg, marinara sauce, bread crumbs, salt, pepper and 1/2 cup cheese.
Spoon about 1/4 cup into each shell. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Microwave 3-4 minutes longer or until a thermometer inserted into filling reads 160° and zucchini are tender. Serve with additional marinara sauce. Yield: 4 servings.
This was delicious and super filling! I am going to try the meat mixture stuffed in peppers in a couple weeks (Don't want to get tired of the same sorts of meals!)
