GRILLED BACON-STUFFED SUMMER SQUASH

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On a recipe card in the produce department from my local grocer. I imagine you could use either yellow summer squash or zucchini.

Provided by Denise in NH

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 23m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large summer squash
4 slices bacon, chopped
1/4 cup onion (finely chopped)
1/4 cup celery (finely chopped)
1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumb
1/4 cup cheddar cheese (finely shredded)
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves

Steps:

  • Coat grill rack with nonstick cooking spray. Preheat grill to medium direct heat. Meanwhile, cut squash lengthwise into halves. With spoon, scoop out pulp, leaving at least 1/2 inch shell; set aside. Coarsely chop pulp. Cook bacon in medium skillet over medium heat until browned. Add onion and celery; cook and stir 2 minutes. Stir in squash pulp; cook and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; set aside.
  • Stir in bread crumbs, cheese, and thyme. Spoon filling evenly into squash shells; pressing lightly. Place on grill. Grill covered, 7 to 11 minutes or until squash is tender and filling is hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.8, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 13, Sodium 383.1, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 5, Protein 6.9

Dre Jackson
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I'm not a big fan of bacon, but I loved this recipe. The bacon was cooked perfectly and the stuffing was delicious.


Afg Sadoo
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the bacon and cheese stuffing.


Muhammad Sabbir Hossan
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook summer squash. This recipe is a great addition to my repertoire.


Janelle Rain
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bacon. I always have bacon in my fridge, so this is a go-to recipe for me.


Daw Lay
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra salt and pepper, and it was much better.


Sundar giri
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my squash turned out mushy. I think I might have cooked it for too long.


Oski Siel
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The bacon and cheese stuffing was so good that I couldn't get enough of it.


Tywanna Briggs
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This is a great recipe for a summer cookout. It's easy to make and can be served as an appetizer or main course.


Cindy Hammel
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I was able to use different types of squash and fillings, and it always turned out great.


Kyree Smith
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The grilled bacon-stuffed summer squash was a delicious and healthy meal. The squash was perfectly cooked and the bacon and cheese stuffing was flavorful and satisfying.


Wasem Khan
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to make. The instructions were clear and concise, and I had no trouble following them. The end result was a delicious and visually appealing dish.


BudnJill Smith
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The bacon and cheese stuffing was flavorful and perfectly complemented the tender summer squash. I will definitely be making this again.