Beef Stuffed Zucchini

I found this recipe on the Taste of Home website. I made it last night and it was even better than I thought it would be! Super easy, my favorite kind of recipe! I did add a little more to the mixture when I added the egg, bread crumbs, etc. to the meat- I also added a little italian seasoning and garlic salt. It seemed too plain without it? Plus I had plain bread crumbs, not seasoned so that made a difference too. Anyway- make it tonight- you will love it! It's basically like meatloaf but in a zucchini boat. :-) 

Beef Stuffed Zucchini

Taste of Home Website

4 medium zucchini

1 lb ground beef (or turkey)

½ cup chopped onion

1 egg

¾ cup marinara

¼ cup seasoned bread crumbs

¼ tsp salt

¼ tsp pepper

1 cup (4 oz) shredded monterey jack cheese, divided

additional marinara

Cut zucchini in half lengthwise, cut a thin slice from the bottom of each with a sharp knife to allow zucchini to sit flat. Scoop out pulp, leaving ¼ inch shells.

Place shells in an ungreased 3 qt. Microwave safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender, drain and set aside.

Meanwhile in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, drain. Remove from heat, stir in egg, marinara sauce, bread crumbs, salt, pepper, and ½ cup cheese.

Spoon about ¼ cup into each shell. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Microwave 3-4 minutes longer or until thermometer inserted into the filling reads 160 degrees and zucchini are tender. Serve with additional marinara sauce.