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Stuffed Zucchini

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This Stuffed Zucchini recipe combines tender zucchini with a savory beef sausage filling, topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. A perfect summer dish that’s easy to make, healthy, and full of flavor. Whether as a main or side dish, it’s guaranteed to impress!

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings (6 stuffed zucchini halves)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American, Mediterranean

Ingredients

3 medium zucchini

1 pound beef sausage

1 cup dry bread crumbs

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 clove garlic, minced

1 (32-ounce) jar marinara sauce

½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Prepare the Zucchini: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Trim the stems off the zucchini and slice them lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds to create hollow boats, and place them in a large bowl.

Make the Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the pork sausage until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease. In a bowl, combine the cooked sausage, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic. Mix until well combined.

Stuff the Zucchini: Spoon the sausage mixture into the zucchini boats, packing it in gently. Place the stuffed zucchini halves in a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Bake the Zucchini: Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed zucchini boats and cover with aluminum foil. Bake for 45 minutes until the sausage is cooked through.

Add Mozzarella: Remove the foil, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top, and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

Vegetarian Version: Use plant-based sausage or a mix of vegetables for a vegetarian alternative.

Add More Veggies: Add bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms to the sausage filling for added texture.

Spicy Kick: Add red pepper flakes to the sausage mixture for a spicy touch.

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