Ingredients
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4 medium zucchini
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 (8.8 oz) pkg Nature's Promise® Microwave Long-Grain Rice
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1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
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1/2 cup finely diced ham
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1/2 tsp fresh thyme
Steps
1
Set grill to medium. Halve the zucchini lengthwise. With small spoon, scrape out the seeds and flesh, leaving at least ¼-inch-thick walls. Reserve seeds and flesh.
2
Brush zucchini halves all over with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill zucchini, cut-sides down, 4–5 min., until grill marks appear. Transfer to a cutting board and let cool slightly.
3
Meanwhile, finely chop scraped zucchini seeds and flesh. Add to a medium microwave-safe bowl along with the rice and cover with vented plastic. Microwave 2 min.
4
To bowl with rice, add 1 cup cheese, ham, and thyme and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stuff mixture into zucchini halves, packing tightly in cavities. Top with the remaining ½ cup cheese.
5
Place stuffed zucchini on grill and cook, covered, 5–7 min., until filling is warm and zucchini are tender. Carefully remove from grill and serve.
