Stuffed Patty Pan Squash

Stuffed Patty Pan Squash for Two

1/4 cup quiona, rinsed well

Pinch Saffron Threads (opt)

2 small Pattypan Squash (fits in palm of hand)

1/2 pound ground beef

1/4 Cup diced red pepper

1/4 cup diced yellow pepper

2 green onions thinly sliced (include greens)

2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese

1 1/2 Tablespoons chopped Fresh Basil

1/2 teaspoon fresh time leaves, chopped

1/2 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves, chopped

1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped

1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

1. Cut stem off squash and place upside down in 1/2 inch of water in a casserole dish.  Cook 1/2 hour at 350 degrees until squash is soft (test with fork) but not mushy.
2. Add the quiona and 1/2 cup water to small saucepan and set over med-high heat.  Bring to boil, add saffron then reduce to simmer and cook, covered for 30 minutes.
3. Brown ground beef with onions and pepper.
4. Combine Quinoa, veggies, Parmesan Cheese and herbs
5. Cut the top edge of each squash off and remove the seeds.
6. Stuff the squash Bottom with the meat mixture, top with mozzerella, return squash top
7. Bake inPre-heated 375 degree oven for 15 minutes.
8. Remove top, enjoy both the filling and it's container!