Yellow Or Zucchini Squash Boats Or Stuff That Zuke

Name: Yellow Or Zucchini Squash Boats Or Stuff That Zuke
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium yellow squash (or Zukes if you prefer); 1 onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 1/2 cups milk; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, plus; 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs (I use Italian style); 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped fine; 1 -2 tablespoon flour (for thickening); salt and pepper; 3 tablespoons butter

Servings: persons

2 medium yellow squash (or Zukes if you prefer)
1 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1/2 cup breadcrumbs, plus
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs (I use Italian style)
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped fine
1 -2 tablespoon flour (for thickening)
salt and pepper
3 tablespoons butter

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2
Cut squash in half lengthwise.
3
Drop halves in boiling water and boil for 7 minutes.
4
Remove from water.
5
Allow to rest until cool enough to handle.
6
With a spoon, scrape the middle of the squash out, leaving a shell about 1/4 inch thick.
7
Set aside the shells.
8
Finely chop scooped out middles.
9
Heat a skillet and spray with cooking spray.
10
Saute chopped squash, onion, basil and garlic until onion is soft.
11
Season with salt and pepper.
12
Whisk milk and flour together.
13
Slowly add small amounts of milk to the veggies while stirring.
14
Bring mixture just to a boil.
15
Add cheese and 1/2 cup bread crumbs, stirring the whole time.
16
Mixture should be semi thick, almost crumbly.
17
If it is too thick or too thin, add milk or bread crumbs accordingly.
18
Re-season if needed.
19
Stuff the shells with this mixture, sprinkle with remaining bread crumbs and dot with butter.
20
Bake in oven for 10-20 minutes or until bread crumbs are golden brown.

436

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium yellow squash (or Zukes if you prefer), 1 onion, diced, 2 garlic cloves, chopped, 1 1/2 cups milk, and more.

Yes, Yellow Or Zucchini Squash Boats Or Stuff That Zuke 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!