Giant Sausage Stuffed Zucchini

Ingredients (13)

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 pound Italian sausage, removed from casing
• 1 large zucchini, 12 to 14 inches long (about 1 1/4 to 2 pounds) or 3 to 4 medium zucchini
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 slices bread, pulsed in food processor or blender to make fresh breadcrumbs (about 1 cup)
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, or 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
• 3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 3/4 teaspoon salt (less or more to taste)
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper