Italian Sausage Stuffed Zucchini |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Yummy!!!! Ingredients:
3 zucchini, medium size |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
salt & pepper |
8 ounces italian sausage, ground |
4 ounces scallions, chopped |
8 ounces tomatoes, diced |
8 ounces mozzarella cheese (or provolone, havarti, fontina, cheddar) |
1 ounce fresh basil, chopped |
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes |
2 ounces parmesan cheese (optional) |
2 ounces pine nuts, toasted |
Directions:
1. Wash zucchini, cut in half and scoop out seeds.
2. Sprinkle scooped zucchini with salt and pepper and olive oil then place on hot grill or pan for 2-3 minutes.
3. Sauté ground sausage till browned.
4. In a bowl, combine scallions, tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, red pepper and pine nuts.
5. Add sausage to mixture.
6. Spoon mixture into scooped out zucchini and sprinkle tops with Parmesan cheese.
7. Place in 350 degree oven for 15 minutes.
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