Directions
INGREDIENTS
4 large zucchini , halved lengthwise 1 / 2 onion , diced 2 cloves garlic , minced 1 / 2 lb . ground beef or turkey 1 c . jarred marinara pinch of crushed red pepper flakes 1 c . ricotta kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 c . shredded mozzarella Chopped fresh parsley , for garnish
Directions
1 . Preheat oven to 350 degrees F . Score zucchini ( like you ’ re dicing an avocado ) and scoop out insides into a large bowl .
2 . In a large skillet over medium-high heat , heat oil . Add onion and cook until soft , 5 minutes , then add garlic and cook until fragrant , 1 minute . Add ground beef and cook until no longer pink , 6 minutes more , then add marinara and stir until combined . Add crushed red pepper flakes .
3 . Stuff zucchini : Spread ricotta on bottom of each zucchini boat and season with salt and pepper . Spoon sauce over ricotta layer and sprinkle with mozzarella .
4 . Bake until zucchini is tender and cheese golden , 15 minutes .
5 . Garnish with parsley and serve .