Fabulous Stuffed Italian Zucchini |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 12 Minutes |
Ready In: 27 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Ingredients:
4 -6 medium firm zucchini |
6 -8 slices prosciutto ham |
1 onion, chopped |
2 tomatoes, chopped |
2 garlic cloves, chopped |
6 tablespoons breadcrumbs, divided |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or 1 cup provolone cheese |
salt and pepper, to taste |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Wash zucchini skins and cut off stem end. Make a lengthwise slit and scrape out zucchini pulp and set aside.
3. Place zucchini shells in water to boil and season with salt (to taste). Boil for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and put aside.
4. Chop ham, onion, tomatoes, garlic and mix together with the zucchini pulp in a frying pan. Drizzle oil and some of the bread crumbs in the mixture. Lightly brown. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Transfer zucchini shells to a baking dish and fill with mixture. Top with shredded cheese and remaining bread crumbs. Bake in oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Serve while hot.
6. • Pre-chop the ham, onion, tomatoes, and garlic to save on prep time.
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