Recipe: Zucchini with Corn Stuffing (using bread crumbs and ground beef)

ZUCCHINI WITH CORN STUFFING

"Here's another favorite."

4 zucchini
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 small onion, chopped
1 tbsp. butter
1/2 lb. ground beef
2 cups fresh corn kernels
1 cup bread crumbs
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 fresh tomato, chopped
1 pimiento, diced
1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper, to taste

Split zucchini in halves lengthwise and scoop out seeds and membrane. Place zucchini halves in a well-greased baking dish. Set aside.

Saute green pepper and onion in butter until onion is wilted. Remove and set aside.

Brown ground beef, separating with a fork; drain. Add green pepper, onion and remaining ingredients.

Fill each zucchini half with corn stuffing. Pour 1/2 cup water in the bottom of the pan; cover with foil.

Bake at 350 degrees F until zucchini is tender. Remove foil and bake 30 minutes longer.

Makes 6 servings
From: Sandy G. OH, 08-05-97