Beef Stuffed Zucchini

By learen

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchini
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 c chopped onion
• 1 egg
• 3/4 c marinara or spaghetti sauce
• 1/4 c seasoned bread crumbs
• 1/4 t salt
• 1/4 t pepper
• 1 c shredded Mont Jack cheese, divided
• additional spaghetti sauce

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

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 unbreased microwave safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3 min or until crisp tender; drain and set aside.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over med 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 c cheese.

Spoon about 1/4 c into each shell. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4 min. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Microwave 3-4 min longer or until zucchini are tender. Serve with more marinara sauce if desired.