Stuffed Zucchini

Complements: Family Circle September 2009

5 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crushed
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Scoop out pulp from 8 zucchini halves; set aside. Arannge zucchini halves on baking sheet. Meanwhile, coarsely chop remaining zucchini and pulp. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat and cook chopped zucchini and oniln, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender. Add red pepper, garlic and oregano. Cook, stirring frequently, 1 minute; cool slightly. Evenly spoon vegetable mixture into zucchini halves. Top with cheese. Bake 30 minutes or until tender. You may want to try them on the bbq too. Enjoy!