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Prep Time: 60 Minutes Cook Time: 45 Minutes |
Ready In: 105 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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There are many recipes on zaar but I am posting this so that for one: it will be out there and two: hopefully someone or many will try this and report back with great reviews. This is my Thanksgiving side that is a staple. Yes, it's work, you read carefully and prepare but it is so worth it. Ingredients:
4 large firm zucchini, with skin |
2 tablespoons unsalted butter |
3/4 cup ground almonds |
1/2 cup heavy cream |
1 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper |
3/4 cup parmesan cheese |
1/4 cup fine dry breadcrumb |
Directions:
1. Trim and discard zucchini ends.
2. Working the 3 widest, cut across width into 2-inch lengths.
3. Using a melon baller or small spoon, scoop out inner meat and seeds of each 2-inch piece, leaving a thin base at bottom so the boats stands for stuffing.
4. Place scooped-out centers into a food processor.
5. Roughly chop remaining zucchini. Add to food processor and puree until well chopped.
6. Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch zucchini boats just until they begin to soften, about 2 minutes.
7. Immediately refresh in a bowl of iced water. Drain and arrange. flatside down, in a large jely roll pan or roasting pan.
8. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
9. Stuffing for zucchini:.
10. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
11. Add reserved chopped zucchini and saute until liquid is evaporated, about 15 minutes.
12. Stir in nuts, cook for 1 minute, then add cream, salt, and pepper.
13. Bring to a boil. Cook until cream thickens, about 3 minutes.
14. Add 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and all bread crumbs. Remove from heat and stir until smooth.
15. Using a tablespoon or pastry bag fitted with a plain tip, stuff zucchini boats with cream mixture.
16. Pour boiling water into pan containing filled zucchini boats until it rises about 1/4-inch, to form a water bath.
17. Bake 15 minutes.
18. Heat broiler. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese over tops and place under broiler until slightly golden, about 1 minute.
19. Serve immediately.
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