GRILLED BACON-STUFFED SUMMER SQUASH

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On a recipe card in the produce department from my local grocer. I imagine you could use either yellow summer squash or zucchini.

Provided by Denise in NH

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 23m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large summer squash
4 slices bacon, chopped
1/4 cup onion (finely chopped)
1/4 cup celery (finely chopped)
1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumb
1/4 cup cheddar cheese (finely shredded)
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves

Steps:

  • Coat grill rack with nonstick cooking spray. Preheat grill to medium direct heat. Meanwhile, cut squash lengthwise into halves. With spoon, scoop out pulp, leaving at least 1/2 inch shell; set aside. Coarsely chop pulp. Cook bacon in medium skillet over medium heat until browned. Add onion and celery; cook and stir 2 minutes. Stir in squash pulp; cook and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; set aside.
  • Stir in bread crumbs, cheese, and thyme. Spoon filling evenly into squash shells; pressing lightly. Place on grill. Grill covered, 7 to 11 minutes or until squash is tender and filling is hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.8, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 13, Sodium 383.1, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 5, Protein 6.9

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