Delicious and Easy Impossible Stuffed Zucchini Recipe

This impossible stuffed zucchini recipe is a tasty and healthy way to enjoy zucchini. The zucchini boats are filled with a flavorful mixture of ground beef, rice, and vegetables, then topped with cheese and baked until golden and bubbly. It's a satisfying dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can easily make this for a weeknight dinner or a potluck gathering. The recipe combines American flavors with a touch of Mediterranean influence.

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchini
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the centers, leaving a 1/4-inch thick shell. Set aside.
3. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Remove any excess grease.
4. Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the cooked rice, marinara sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. Fill each hollowed-out zucchini with the beef and rice mixture. Place the stuffed zucchini in a baking dish.
7. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
8. Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the zucchini boats.
9. Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden.
10. Serve the impossible stuffed zucchini boats hot and enjoy!

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