Stuffed Yellow Squash

Ingredients

6 medium-size yellow squash

6 turkey bacon slices

7 green onions, chopped

2 tablespoons diced green bell pepper

3/4 cup fine dry whole grain wheat bread crumbs

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

3 tablespoons Smart Balance spread, melted

1/4 cup shredded low-fat Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Cook squash in boiling water to cover in a large saucepan 10 minutes or until squash is tender but still firm. Drain and cool slightly.

Cut squash in half lengthwise; scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-inch-thick shells. Reserve pulp.

Cook bacon in a skillet until crisp; drain on paper towels. Crumble and set aside. Pour drippings from skillet. (Do not wipe with paper towels.) Sauté green onions and bell pepper in skillet over medium-high heat until tender.

Stir together squash pulp, crumbled bacon, onion mixture, breadcrumbs, and next 3 ingredients; spoon into squash shells. Place shells in a 13- x 9-inch pan. Sprinkle with cheese.

Broil 4 inches from heat (with electric oven door partially open) 3 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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