Roasted Stuffed Zucchini

Cut the zucchini halves into 1-inch pieces and serve them as hors d’oeuvres at your next party.

Servings: 
6
Approx. Prep Time: 
15 min.
Approx. Cook Time: 
20 min.
Southern Baked for Pork
Ingredients
3 large zucchini squash
3 tsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, diced
1 small bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
nonstick cooking spray
Directions: 

Preheat oven to 350°F. Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Remove ends from washed zucchini and carefully place in water. Boil covered for 6-8 minutes. Remove zucchini from water; rinse in cold water to stop the cooking process. Let sit until cool enough to handle.

While zucchini is cooling, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute garlic, onion and bell pepper for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Add spaghetti sauce to heat through. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup House-Autry Southern Baked Pork Coating Mix, mozzarella cheese, salt and pepper; mix well.

Cut cooled zucchini in half lengthwise. Using a spoon, scoop out the insides and chop into bite-sized pieces; add to sauce mixture. Fill the empty zucchini shells with the sauce mixture. Combine remaining House-Autry Southern Baked Pork Coating Mix and parmesan cheese; sprinkle evenly over the top. Bake on a foil-lined or lightly greased baking sheet for 15-20 minutes, or until parmesan/coating mix has browned.

Meal Suggestions: 

Roasted Stuffed Zucchini makes an excellent entrée for your vegetarian friends. Serve with crusty rolls and spaghetti noodles that have been tossed in garlic, olive oil and a dusting of parmesan cheese – light and refreshing!