Stuffed Zucchini

Ingredients (17)

• 4 medium zucchini, about 6 or 7 inches in length
• 1/2 pound Italian sausage (turkey, chicken, or pork, removed from casings)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
• 1 1/2 cups soft breadcrumbs (about 2 slices bread, pulsed in a food processor)
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
• 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese, divided
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• Optional garnish: chopped basil
• Optional garnish: chopped parsley
• Optional garnish: marinara sauce