Stuffed Zucchini

Name: Stuffed Zucchini
Ingredients: zucchini squash; 1 lb. hamburg; 1/2 to 3/4 c. rice (not Minute rice); 1 chopped onion; salt and pepper; 2 to 3 tsp. oregano; 1 can whole tomatoes, drained (reserve juice); 1 can tomato paste, divided

8 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

zucchini squash
1 lb. hamburg
1/2 to 3/4 c. rice (not Minute rice)
1 chopped onion
salt and pepper
2 to 3 tsp. oregano
1 can whole tomatoes, drained (reserve juice)
1 can tomato paste, divided

Directions

1

Cut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out all seeds. Combine the hamburg, rice, onion, salt and pepper, oregano, whole tomatoes and 1/2 can tomato paste.
2

Mix well and fill squash with this mixture.
3

To remainder of stuffing, add the tomato juice (reserved), 1/2 can tomato paste and water to make very soupy. Extra rice may also be added.
4

Put pan in a 350° oven; cover and bake until squash is tender, approximately 1 1/2 hours.