Stuffed Zucchini with Rice

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchini
• 1 cup cooked rice
• ½ pound ground beef
• ½ medium onion
• ½ cup tomato sauce
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375°F. Cut the 2 zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving a 1/4-inch shell. Chop the scooped flesh and set aside.

2. 2

   In a skillet over medium heat, cook the 0.5 lb ground beef and 0.5 chopped onion until beef is browned and onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the chopped zucchini flesh and cook 2 minutes more.

3. 3

   Remove from heat and mix in the 1 cup cooked rice and 0.25 cup of the tomato sauce. Season with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Fill the zucchini shells with the mixture. Spread the remaining 0.25 cup tomato sauce over the tops and sprinkle with the 0.5 cup mozzarella.

5. 5

   Bake until zucchini is tender and cheese is melted and bubbly, about 20 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.

Tools you’ll need

• knife
• cutting board
• skillet
• baking dish

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