Italian Sausage Zucchini Boats (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 medium zucchinis
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1 lb Italian sausage
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2 garlic cloves, diced
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1 cup diced onion
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1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
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1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
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1 cup corn, thawed if frozen
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1 1/2 cups marinara or spaghetti sauce
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1/2 cup parmesan cheese
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1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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Fresh basil, chopped
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise and gently scoop out the flesh.
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Heat a skillet to medium heat, add the Italian sausage, and cook for 5 minutes. Add the diced onions, red peppers, green peppers, and garlic, and continue cooking until browned, about 3-4 minutes.
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Once browned, drain any excess fat from the skillet.
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Add the corn, marinara sauce, and parmesan cheese to the skillet, stirring until well combined.
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Fill the scooped-out zucchinis with the sausage mixture and place them in a baking dish. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
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Bake the zucchini boats in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the zucchinis are fork-tender.
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Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh chopped basil, and enjoy!
# Notes:
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Ensure the zucchinis are fork-tender before removing them from the oven to guarantee they are fully cooked.