Stuffed Zucchini Boats (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 pound ground beef, lean.
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1 garlic clove, finely chopped.
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3 medium zucchinis, around 6 ounces each.
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1 onion, finely diced.
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1 red bell pepper, chopped.
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2 teaspoons olive oil for brushing.
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese.
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1 and 1/2 cups pasta sauce, divided.
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2 teaspoons of Italian herbs.
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper.
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 400°F to get it ready.
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Brown the beef with onions and garlic. Drain extra fat. Toss in red bell pepper and cook a couple more minutes. Pour in a cup of sauce, sprinkle in seasonings, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
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Slice zucchinis lengthwise and hollow out the centers, leaving about half an inch of the shell. Brush them with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
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Arrange the zucchini halves in a baking dish, pack them with the meat mixture, and spoon the rest of the sauce over the top.
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Pop it in the oven for 15 minutes. Sprinkle the cheeses over it and bake another 10-15 minutes until bubbly and slightly golden.
# Notes:
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You can add the zucchini cores to your sauce or keep them for another meal.
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Bigger zucchinis might need extra time in the oven.
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Other fillings like leftover chili or meat sauce can work great too.
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Prepare it ahead of time and bake when needed.