Ingredients

  • 1 summer squash (any straight-necked type)
  • 1 -2 teaspoon olive oil
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • 2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 20 g mozzarella cheese (or other semi-soft cheese)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
  • pepper

Method

  • Slice squash in half lengthwise. With a sharp spoon, scoop out the soft inside portion of the squash to form a canoe shape. Chop the squash innards roughly and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a frying pan. Add onions and garlic, saute for one minute.
  • Add squash innards and cook, stirring, about 2-3 minutes until most of the excess water has evaporated.
  • Mix in cheese and tomato paste, cook 2-3 more minutes.
  • Spoon this filling evenly into each squash boat. Sprinkle seasoning and pepper on top.
  • Place boats in a nonstick baking dish, and bake at 170C for 20-25 minutes (depending on the size and thickness of the boats).