HAM STUFFED SQUASH OR ZUCCHINI BOATS

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I was served this when I was a guest at someone's house as a teen. At the time I would have told you I didn't like squash but I enjoyed these!

Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns

Categories     Ham

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium summer squash (about 6 inches) or 4 medium zucchini (about 6 inches)
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 cup diced cooked ham
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half lengthwise; scoop out pulp, leaving a 3/8-inch shell.
  • Chop pulp and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, cook shells in boiling water for 4-5 minutes.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • In another saucepan, sauté onion in butter until tender; remove from the heat.
  • Add ham, bread crumbs, cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, egg, paprika, pepper and squash pulp; mix well.
  • Spoon into shells.
  • Place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.1, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 125.7, Sodium 461, Carbohydrate 19.2, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 6.2, Protein 23.4

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