Shelly's Recipe

STUFFED ZUCCHINI

Category: Squash

2 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tsp finely minced garlic
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack and medium Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup cornbread stuffing mix
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tsp chopped parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
1/3 cup grated Asiago cheese

Scoop pulp from zucchini, leaving shell about 1/4 inch thick. Chop pulp in glass mixing bowl. Add onion and garlic to the pulp. Microwave on high for 4 minutes. Pour off any liquid. Stir in Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese, stuffing mix, egg, chopped parsley and seasonings. Arrange zucchini shells in 12 inch round glass baking dish. Fill each shell with stuffing mixture. Sprinkle with Asiago cheese. Cover with plastic wrap; microwave on high for 6 to 8 minutes, turning dish once during cooking time. Serves 4