Chayote With Cheese (Stuffed & Baked)
photo by Oliver Fischers Mo
- Ready In:
- 50mins
- Ingredients:
- 6
- Serves:
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8
ingredients
directions
- Cut the chayotes in half, place in boiling salted water and cook until tender, approximately 15 minutes.
- Scoop out the pulp and reserve the shells.
- Chop the pulp and drain.
- Mince the onion and slowly fry in butter or olive oil until transparent.
- Add the pulp of the chayote and season to taste with salt & pepper.
- Add the 2 beaten eggs over the mixture and cook over low heat for a few minutes, mixing well until done.
- Stuff the chayote shells and top with grated cheese.
- Place in hot oven, 400 degrees until cheese is melted & golden.
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Reviews
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I've never cooked chayote before and this was a good recipe to begin with. I allowed the onions to cook a little longer until they were slightly brown to enhance the flavor, added some cumin to the mix, and used shredded cheddar cheese. I also used a potato masher to mash the chayote and onion mix for a smoother consistency. I served the chayote with sour cream and it was a hit with my husband, 2 year old, and myself. I will definately make this again. Thanks!
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This was my first time trying chayote, and the recipe turned out very well. I followed Barb's suggestion and added some garlic powder; it was a good addition. It took longer than 15 minutes (maybe 25?) to boil the chayotes, but mine were maybe bigger than normal. This is a nice, uncomplicated recipe, and I recommend it to people who want to see what chayote tastes like. Next time I make it, though, I'll probably add some more spices and maybe some other veggies. Thanks for posting...I had NO idea how to cook these things until I saw your recipe!
RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
Barb G.
Sonora, California