baked stuffed zucchini

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Peggy Short
Doran, VA

I found this recipe in a Joy Of Cooking Cookbook years ago and adapted it to meet my needs. It was a hit with my hubby and my family.

(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For baked stuffed zucchini

  • 2 md
    zucchini
  • 2 tsp
    olive oil or butter
  • 3 Tbsp
    finely chopped onion
  • 1
    clove garlic, minced
  • 1 lg
    egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 c
    grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 c
    italian bread crumbs
  • 2 Tbsp
    chopped parsley
  • 2 tsp
    thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste.

How To Make baked stuffed zucchini

  • 1
    Halve the zucchini lengthwise. Carefully scrape out the pulp, leaving a 3/8 inch thick shell. Coarsely chop the pulp. Heat the onion in oil or butter in a small skillet until moistened. Squeeze the moisture out of the chopped zucchini. Add it to the pan along with the garlic. Cook 2 minutes. Turn into a bowl.
  • 2
    Combine with the egg, thyme, cheese, bread crumbs parsley, salt, and pepper. Fill shells. Place in baking dish. Add water to come 1/4 inch up sides of shells. Bake at 400 degrees until zucchini is tender and top is brown, about 30 minutes.

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