Instructions: Heat oven to 350 degrees. Cut a thin slice from the ends of the squash so they will stand up. Save slices. Hollow out squash, leaving a 1/2 inch shell. Chop middles with reserved bottom slices and set aside.

Place prepared shells, hollow side down, on a flat sheet and bake 20 minutes.

While shells bake, saute onion in olive oil until translucent, raise heat, add squash and cook, stirring frequently, until free moisture is gone and mixture is about 1/4 the original volume. Stir in herbs and seasonings and remove from heat. Allow to cool slightly, then add egg, crumbs and cheese.

Fill squash with mixture and add topping. Lightly film a baking dish with water and arrange squash in the dish, keeping them well separated, and bake 20 to 30 minutes or until cooked through, brown and crisp on top.

Serves 6 as a side and 3 as main dish servings.

NOTES : Here is our favorite patty pan recipe. Goes great with grilled chicken or just by itself.

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