*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                         Squash-Stuffed Tomatoes

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Tomatoes                         Vegetables

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   4      Medium        tomatoes
   2                    zucchini -- grated (about 2 c.)
     1/3  C.            chopped onion
   1      C.            shredded Swiss or Gruyere cheese
     3/4  Tsp.          salt -- divided
     1/4  Tsp.          black pepper
     1/4  Tsp.          dried basil

Wash tomatoes. Cut off slice at stem end and scoop out
centers with spoon; reserve pulp. Drain juices from pulp.
Sprinkle inside of tomato shells with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Turn
upside down on plate and let stand 30 minutes; pat dry.
Combine drained tomato pulp, zucchini, onion, cheese, remaining
salt, pepper and basil in medium bowl. Let stand 30 minutes.
Drain and pat dry. Place tomatoes on baking sheet. Fill with
zucchini mixture. Bake in 350 degrees oven for 10 minutes or until
tomatoes are just tender. Serves 4.


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