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Stuffed Zucchini Boats: Sausage, Pepper, and Onion

The best family memories are made gathered around the table. Becky’s Sausage, Pepper, and Onion Stuffed Zucchini Boats are one of the easiest ways to make that happen.

Ingredients

  • 1 package Italian Premium Pork Sausage

  • 3 medium zucchini

  • 1 yellow, orange or red bell pepper, cut into strips

  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into strips

  • 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained

  • 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

  2. Cut zucchini in half lengthwise; scoop out centers leaving 1/4-inch thick shell. Place into lightly greased, 13x9-inch baking dish, cut side up.

  3. Cook the sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat 8 to 10 minutes or until thoroughly cooked. Stir frequently.

  4. Add peppers, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, basil and oregano; cook and stir until vegetables are tender, about 6 to 8 minutes. Reduce heat to medium. Add tomatoes and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. Fill zucchini with meat mixture; top with shredded cheese. Bake 30 minutes or until thoroughly cooked and cheese is melted.

  6. Notes

  7. • Join the conversation on social media by using the hashtag #JDFamilyTable!

  8. This recipe was created in partnership with Jimmy Dean brand for the Family Table program.