Best Over Stuffed Zucchini Recipes

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OVER-STUFFED ZUCCHINI



Over-Stuffed Zucchini image

Dont let the length of the recipe scare you, it is extremely simple to throw together and this is a dish my children love. It is also a great way to use up ALL of those zucchini that one plant seemed to have made this summer :)

Provided by GotBoxer

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 medium zucchini
1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup mushroom
10 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and drained
14 ounces Italian stewed tomatoes, diced
3 cups croutons, slightly crushed
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
1 egg, beaten
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Lop off the ends of each zucchini and slice in half lengthwise.
  • Scoop out the middle (pulp) with a spoon leaving 1/4 inch on the bottom and sides of the zucchini halves.
  • Chop the pulp and reserve.
  • Brown beef and pork.
  • Saute onions and mushrooms until soft.
  • Combine the two mixtures and set aside.
  • Blend spinach, tomatoes, zucchini pulp, bread cubes, parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.
  • Add this to the meat, onion and mushroom mixture.
  • Equaly divide between the zucchini halves.
  • Top with mozzerella.
  • Place in 2 large baking dishes with 1/4 cup of water each.
  • Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for 20 min longer or until zucchini is tender and cheese is browned and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.4, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 49.6, Sodium 248.6, Carbohydrate 14.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 4.6, Protein 13.1

OVER STUFFED ZUCCHINI



Over Stuffed Zucchini image

What about a stuffed zucchini instead of using a carb loaded potato? You'd be surprised and won't miss the potato

Provided by Dave T.

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium zucchini
3/4 c shredded cheese blend
6 slice bacon, cooked
1/4 c sour cream
1/2 c bacon bits
chives

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 425 Wash, dry zucchini, slice off both ends. Lay wood spoons either side of zucchini
  • 2. carefully make 1/4" slices, making sure your knife hits the spoon handles so you don't slice Completely through
  • 3. Place zucchini on parchment lined baking sheet and bake until pliable, about 10 min brown bacon and drain, break off pieces of bacon and place between each slice.
  • 4. Top zucchini with shredded cheese and bake 10-15 additional min till cheese has browned slightly
  • 5. Let cool slightly then top with sour cream and bacon bits, chives and serve

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