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Mary Berry Stuffed Courgettes

Mary Berry Stuffed Courgettes+
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Stuffed courgettes are hollowed-out courgette halves filled with a savoury mixture, often combining meat, vegetables, breadcrumbs, and cheese. Mary Berry’s version keeps the recipe simple yet refined, offering a dish that is both satisfying and full of fresh, homely flavours.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium courgettes

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 300g minced beef, lamb, or turkey

  • 1 small carrot, grated

  • 1 stick celery, finely diced

  • 1 can (400g) chopped tomatoes

  • 1 tbsp tomato purée

  • 1 tsp dried mixed herbs (thyme, oregano, or basil)

  • 50g fresh breadcrumbs

  • 75g grated cheddar or parmesan cheese

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the courgettes

Cut the courgettes in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and flesh, leaving a thin shell. Chop the scooped-out flesh and set aside.

Step 2: Cook the filling

In a frying pan, heat olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until soft. Add the mince and cook until browned. Stir in the chopped courgette flesh, carrot, and celery.

Step 3: Build flavour

Mix in the chopped tomatoes, tomato purée, dried herbs, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 8–10 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 4: Fill the courgettes

Place the hollowed courgette shells in a baking dish. Spoon the mixture evenly into each half.

Step 5: Add topping

Sprinkle breadcrumbs and grated cheese generously over the filled courgettes.

Step 6: Bake until golden

Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes until the courgettes are tender and the topping golden.

Step 7: Serve hot

Remove from the oven, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Find it online: https://britishrecipeshub.co.uk/mary-berry-stuffed-courgettes/