stuffed zucchini

this is, by far, one of my favorite meals. the recipe is from one of my childhood friend's mom - deb tucker. my friend katie had her mom make this for her birthday one summer long ago, and ever since then, i can't make the meal without thinking of her!

Ingredients:

• 4 zucchini
• 1 lb sausage
• ¼ c. diced onions
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/3 c. breadcrumbs
• ¼ c. parmesan
• ½ c. shredded mozzarella

Instructions:

1. Cook zucchini in boiling water (enough water to cover the zucchinis) for 10 minutes. Drain. Let cool to touch.
2. Cut zucchinis lengthwise and pit – leave ¼ inch crusts. Place shells in a 9x13’ pan.
3. Mush pulp and set aside.
4. Brown sausage, onion, and garlic until brown. Drain.
5. Combine sausage mix with breadcrumbs and parmesan.
6. Spoon mixture into shells.
7. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 min.
8. Remove and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Put back in oven and bake for 5 minutes.