cheesy bacon zucchini boats

How To Make cheesy bacon zucchini boats

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  Step 1
  Preheat oven to 375. Dice bacon.
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  Step 2
  Brown in skillet.
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  Step 3
  Remove bacon and drain on paper towel. Reserve grease.
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  Step 4
  Cut zucchini in half lengthwise.
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  Step 5
  Heat on a microwave-safe plate, cut side down, for about 3-4 minutes to soften.
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  Step 6
  Using a kitchen towel to protect your hands, remove zucchini pulp using a spoon.
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  Step 7
  In reserved grease, slightly saute onions until soft and translucent.
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  Step 8
  Add pulp, and garlic to onions and cook a few more minutes.
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  Step 9
  Stir in Parmesan cheese, bacon, and ground pepper; remove from heat.
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  Step 10
  Place zucchini in the pan. Cover the bottom of each with a small amount of mozzarella.
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  Step 11
  Fill shells with the hot filling.
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  Step 12
  Melt butter in a small bowl in the microwave. Add bread crumbs.
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  Step 13
  Top each zucchini with about 1 tsp of crumbs.
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  Step 14
  Bake for about 35-45 minutes until zucchini are tender, the filling is bubbly, and bread crumbs are browned.
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