Stuffed Zucchini

Ground beef finds a cozy new home in these stuffed zucchini boats. Tender squash, a savory filling, and a bubbling top make this a complete dinner in one pan.

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Ingredients

• Zucchini
• Leftover ground beef
• Mushrooms and onions (optional)
• Breadcrumbs, plus more for topping
• Tomato sauce (or tomato paste and chicken stock)
• Salt, pepper, and garlic

Instructions

1. Cut the zucchini into 2-inch pieces.
2. Scoop out the centers with a spoon.
3. Sauté the beef with the mushrooms, onions, and zucchini centers.
4. Add the breadcrumbs and seasonings.
5. Mix in the tomato sauce.
6. Stuff the mixture into the zucchini boats.
7. Place in a pan with tomato sauce.
8. Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
9. Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.

Comfort food that sneaks a vegetable onto every plate.