Easy Stuffed Zucchini Boats (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 pound ground beef, lean.
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3 zucchini, medium-sized (around 6 ounces each).
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1 garlic clove, finely chopped.
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
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1 diced onion.
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2 teaspoons olive oil for brushing.
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan.
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper.
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1 and 1/2 cups marinara sauce, split.
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2 teaspoons seasoning blend with Italian herbs.
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1 chopped red bell pepper.
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 400°F to warm up.
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Brown the beef with garlic and onions. Drain off grease, toss in bell pepper, and let it cook a couple of minutes. Pour in 1 cup of the sauce, stir in spices, and let it bubble gently for 10 minutes.
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Halve the zucchini lengthwise. Scoop the inside out, leaving a thick wall about 1/2 inch. Rub olive oil over them, sprinkle with pepper and a bit of salt to taste.
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Place zucchini halves into your baking dish. Load them with the meat mixture and add the rest of the marinara sauce over the top.
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Bake for an initial 15 minutes. Sprinkle cheeses on top, put it back in the oven for another 10 to 15 minutes.
# Notes:
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The zucchini you scoop out can go into the meat sauce or be saved for later meals.
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If the zucchini are larger, they might take additional baking time.
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Leftover chili or meat sauce can make a great substitute filling.
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You can get this ready to bake ahead of time.