Stuffed Summer Squash

Ingredients, directions and serving information for Stuffed Summer Squash.

• 2 medium summer squash
• 3 cups cooked brown rice
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 cup white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil
• 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
3. Wash and cut both squash in half, lengthwise. Remove the large seeds.
4. Steam the squash, skin side down, in a small amount of water in a fry pan or skillet until slightly tender (but not mushy).
5. Scoop out a good amount of pulp (1 cup), place in a bowl and mix with other ingredients (brown rice through Parmesan cheese).
6. Place the squash shells in a baking dish. Stuff the squash with the stuffing mixture.
7. Top with grated Parmesan cheese. Bake in preheated oven for about 30 minutes.