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Tender Spicy Pesto and Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Involtini

Spicy Pesto and Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Involtini
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Create delicious Spicy Pesto and Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Involtini, a flavorful Italian-inspired dish perfect for using up your zucchini. Thin zucchini strips are rolled with a savory cheese filling and baked in a rich sauce for a delightful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium zucchini
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Thinly slice the zucchini lengthwise into about 1/8-inch thick ribbons.
  3. In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, basil, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
  5. Lay a zucchini ribbon flat, spoon about a tablespoon of the cheese mixture onto one end, and roll it up.
  6. Place the rolled zucchini seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with remaining zucchini ribbons and filling.
  7. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the zucchini rolls.
  8. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  9. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  10. Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture.
  • Feel free to add other herbs like parsley or oregano to the filling.
  • Ensure your zucchini ribbons are thin enough to roll easily.

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