Stuffed Chayote Pears Recipe

Name: Stuffed Chayote Pears
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 chayote pears; 2 large onions, chopped fine; 2 large cloves garlic, chopped; 1 c. chopped celery; 2 lb. cooked shrimp; 1 lb. cooked ham, diced; 1/2 c. grated Cheddar cheese; 1/2 c. Italian bread crumbs; salt and pepper to taste; approximately 5 Tbsp. butter

Servings: persons

8 chayote pears
2 large onions, chopped fine
2 large cloves garlic, chopped
1 c. chopped celery
2 lb. cooked shrimp
1 lb. cooked ham, diced
1/2 c. grated Cheddar cheese
1/2 c. Italian bread crumbs
salt and pepper to taste
approximately 5 Tbsp. butter

1
Halve the chayote pears horizontally.
2
Remove seed and place in a large Ziploc bag.
3
Cook on high 20 minutes.
4
Saute ham, onions and garlic with a tablespoon butter until vegetables are transparent.
5
Add celery and cook until tender.
6
Scoop out cooled chayote pear meat from outside shells.
7
Mash chayote pear meat and mix with shrimp and cheese.
8
Add to mixture in skillet.
9
Add bread crumbs.
10
Place in greased 8 x 12-inch casserole dish.
11
Cover with additional seasoned bread crumbs and cheese.
12
Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 minutes.
13
Serves 6 to 8. Can be used as a main dish or side dish.

634

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 chayote pears, 2 large onions, chopped fine, 2 large cloves garlic, chopped, 1 c. chopped celery, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Chayote Pears falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Stuffed Chayote Pears

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