Cheesy Sausage Zucchini Boats

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchini

• 1 pound ground sausage

• 1 small onion, diced

• 1 cup pasta sauce

• 1½ cups shredded cheese

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

2. Slice the zucchini lengthwise. Scoop out the centers, leaving about ¼ inch around the edges to form boats.

3. Chop approximately 1 cup of the removed zucchini flesh and set aside.

4. Brown the sausage and onion in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess grease.

5. Add the chopped zucchini and cook for 3–4 minutes.

6. Stir in the pasta sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until heated through.

7. Place the zucchini boats in a lightly greased baking dish. Divide the sausage mixture evenly between them.

8. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top.

9. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is melted and golden.

10. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.