COSTA RICAN ZAPALLITOS RELLENOS (STUFFED ZUCCHINI)

Costa Rican Zapallitos Rellenos (Stuffed Zucchini) image

Provided by Bergy

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 zucchini
1 hard-boiled egg, finely chopped
1/4 cup cheese (Jack, mozzarello or your choice)
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
salt & pepper
1/4 cup whole wheat fesh breadcrumbs

Steps:

Boil the zucchinis until tender, apprx 8-10 minutes.
let cool, cut in half lengthwise.
Scoop out the insides and place in a strainer, Force as much liquid out as possible.
Combine the squash paste, egg, grated cheese,& milk, mix well.
Fill the zucchini shells.
Sprinkle with the bread crumbs and parmesan cheese (get them ready up to this point and then just pop them in the oven 15 minutes before serving).
Heat in 350F oven for apprx 10-15 minutes or until the parmesan is browned and they are heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.5, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 65.2, Sodium 255.8, Carbohydrate 13.1, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 4, Protein 9.1