Costa Rican Zapallitos Rellenos (Stuffed Zucchini)

Ingredients

• 4 zucchini
• 1 hard-boiled egg, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup cheese (Jack, mozzarello or your choice)
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• salt & pepper
• 1/4 cup whole wheat fesh breadcrumbs

Directions

1. 1

   Boil the zucchinis until tender, apprx 8-10 minutes.

2. 2

   let cool, cut in half lengthwise.

3. 3

   Scoop out the insides and place in a strainer, Force as much liquid out as possible.

4. 4

   Combine the squash paste, egg, grated cheese,& milk, mix well.

5. 5

   Fill the zucchini shells.

6. 6

   Sprinkle with the bread crumbs and parmesan cheese (get them ready up to this point and then just pop them in the oven 15 minutes before serving).

7. 7

   Heat in 350F oven for apprx 10-15 minutes or until the parmesan is browned and they are heated through.