Italian Sausage Stuffed Zucchini

Ingredients

• 3 zucchini, medium size
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• salt & pepper
• 8 ounces Italian sausage, ground
• 4 ounces scallions, chopped
• 8 ounces tomatoes, diced
• 8 ounces mozzarella cheese (or provolone, havarti, fontina, cheddar)
• 1 ounce fresh basil, chopped
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 ounces parmesan cheese (optional)
• 2 ounces pine nuts, toasted

Directions

1. 1

   Wash zucchini, cut in half and scoop out seeds.

2. 2

   Sprinkle scooped zucchini with salt and pepper and olive oil then place on hot grill or pan for 2-3 minutes.

3. 3

   Sauté ground sausage till browned.

4. 4

   In a bowl, combine scallions, tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, red pepper and pine nuts.

5. 5

   Add sausage to mixture.

6. 6

   Spoon mixture into scooped out zucchini and sprinkle tops with Parmesan cheese.

7. 7

   Place in 350 degree oven for 15 minutes.