Stuffed Zucchini Recipe

Name: Stuffed Zucchini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 large green pepper, chopped; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 1/4 cups soft breadcrumbs; 1 egg, beaten; 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce, divided; 2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped; 4 -5 medium zucchini; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 1/4 cups soft breadcrumbs
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce, divided
2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped
4 -5 medium zucchini
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1
In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients and one can of tomato sauce; mix well.
2
Stir in tomatoes.
3
Halve zucchini lengthwise; scoop out center part of zucchini to about 1/4 inch from edges.
4
Fill with meat mixture; place in two 13x9 inch baking dishes.
5
Spoon remaining tomato sauce over each.
6
Bake uncovered, at 375 degrees for 45 minutes or until the zucchini is tender.
7
Sprinkle with cheese during last few minutes or baking.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef, 1 large onion, chopped, 1 large green pepper, chopped, 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Zucchini falls under the Vegetarian 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 Zucchini

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