HAM-STUFFED SQUASH BOATS

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In this tasty main dish, pretty yellow summer squash are mounded with a flavorful filling featuring ham and two kinds of cheese.-Fran Shaffer, Coatesville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium yellow summer squash or zucchini (about 6 inches)
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half lengthwise; scoop out pulp, leaving a 3/8-in. shell. Chop pulp and set aside. , In a large saucepan, cook shells in boiling water for 4-5 minutes. Drain and set aside. In another saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender; remove from the heat. Add ham, bread crumbs, cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, egg, paprika, pepper and squash pulp; mix well. , Spoon into shells. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake at 425° for 12-15 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 897mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

Eva Rose Namehe
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Meh.


Theodore Terray
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These were so easy to make and they turned out so well. I can't wait to make them again!


pop cute
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I made these for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Hridoy Side
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These were a bit too cheesy for my taste, but other than that they were pretty good.


Abd Alrzaq
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I'm not a huge fan of squash, but these were actually really good. I'll definitely be making them again.


Farooq Sultan
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These were okay, but I've had better.


Imane Sayh
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I've made these several times now and they're always a hit. They're so versatile and you can really customize them to your liking.


Fraser Bailey
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These were amazing! I'll definitely be making them again and again.


Qadeer Ahmed (Pashaa)
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but mine didn't turn out as good as the picture.


Malachi Claybaugh
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These were a little bland for my taste, but they had potential. I think next time I'll add some more spices.


Liza Kha
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I love how easy these are to make. They're perfect for a weeknight dinner.


Kayden Stechly
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These were so good! I'm definitely making them again.


Farooq Mari
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I made these last night and they were delicious! The only thing I changed was that I used ground turkey instead of ham. Everyone loved them.


Tammy Lee Stratton
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These ham stuffed squash boats were a hit with my family! They're so easy to make and they're packed with flavor. I especially loved the crispy cheese topping.