Zucchine ripiene croccanti

Ingredienti

• 4 large zucchini (halved lengthwise)
• 2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (fresh grated)
• 1/4 cup parsley (finely chopped)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/4 cup butter (melted)
• 1 pinch salt (to taste)
• 1 pinch pepper (to taste)

Preparazione

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking tray or sheet with non stick cooking oil spray.

2. 2

   Arrange zucchini halves, cut side up, on the baking sheet. Set aside.

3. 3

   Mix together the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, parsley and garlic in a small bowl.

4. 4

   Pour in the melted butter, season with ¾ teaspoon salt and ⅓ teaspoon pepper (or to taste). Mix the ingredients together until the breadcrumbs absorb the butter (about 40 seconds).

5. 5

   Spoon the mixture over each zucchini half, to evenly cover. Spray the topping with a little cooking oil spray.

6. 6

   Bake for 20 minutes in the hot oven until the crust is golden and the zucchini halves are cooked through.

7. 7

   Broil for a further 5 minutes on medium heat to crisp the topping.

8. 8

   Garnish with parsley and serve as a side accompaniment to any main dish.