Squash-Tomato Combo

Directions

1. 1
   Cut squash in 1/2 and remove seeds.
2. 2
   Place cut side down in lightly greased baking dish.
3. 3
   Bake in 350° oven for 35 minutes. Meanwhile in 10-inch skillet, cook bacon until crisp.
4. 4
   Drain and reserve 2 tablespoons drippings.
5. 5
   Crumble bacon; set aside.
6. 6
   Cook onion and pepper in drippings until tender.
7. 7
   Stir in undrained tomatoes, sugar, salt, basil and pepper.
8. 8
   Simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes.
9. 9
   Remove squash from shells, leaving about 1/4-inch.
10. 10
    Cube squash and add to tomato mixture.
11. 11
    Simmer 10 minutes.
12. 12
    Spoon mixture into shells and garnish with bacon.
13. 13
    Great reheated. Serves 4.