Description
Delicious zucchini halves filled with creamy macaroni and cheese, offering a perfect blend of comfort and health.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 cups cooked macaroni
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the zucchini by cutting each in half lengthwise and scooping out the insides.
- Create the filling by mixing macaroni, cheddar cheese, milk, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Stuff each zucchini half with the macaroni mixture.
- Add olive oil and sprinkle breadcrumbs on top if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the zucchini is tender and topping is golden.
- Serve and enjoy warm!
Notes
Salting zucchini before baking helps reduce moisture. For a crispy topping, use panko breadcrumbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 half zucchini
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg