Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
5 unit

courgettes

round

5 unit

beefsteak tomatoes

large

4 tbsp

olive oil

2 unit

red onions

peeled and finely chopped

4 unit

garlic cloves

peeled & crushed

450 g

sausage meat

good quality

50 g

tomato puree

4 tbsp

white wine

2 tbsp

flat leaf parsley

chopped finely

50 g

parmesan cheese

grated

100 g

fresh breadcrumbs

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

fresh ground black pepper

1 tbsp

parsley

chopped

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6.

Step 2
~4 min

Grease a roasting tin or a tian (earthenware dish) with olive oil.

Step 3
~4 min

Cut the tops off the courgettes and tomatoes, keeping the lids.

Step 4
~4 min

Hollow out the centers of the courgettes and tomatoes, leaving about 1/2" thickness as the "container".

Step 5
~4 min

Place the hollowed courgettes and tomatoes into the oiled tin or tian.

Step 6
~4 min

Finely chop the tomato and courgette flesh and place into a bowl.

Step 7
~4 min

Heat half of the olive oil in a large frying pan, wok or skillet.

Step 8
~4 min

Add the chopped onions and garlic, and cook over a medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until softened.

Step 9
~4 min

Add the sausage meat and break it up well.

Step 10
~4 min

Continue to cook for a further 5 minutes or until the sausage meat has browned.

Step 11
~4 min

Add the chopped courgette and tomato flesh and continue to cook for 3-5 minutes.

Step 12
~4 min

Add the tomato puree and, stirring occasionally, cook for a further 10 minutes.

Step 13
~4 min

Remove from the heat and add the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley.

Step 14
~4 min

Stir well to combine.

Step 15
~4 min

Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 16
~4 min

Spoon the mixture into the hollowed vegetables.

Step 17
~4 min

Place the tops back on the courgettes and tomatoes.

Step 18
~4 min

Drizzle the remaining olive oil over and around the stuffed vegetables.

Step 19
~4 min

Pour in the white wine.

Step 20
~4 min

Bake for 45 - 60 minutes, until well browned and the vegetables are soft, but still holding their shape.

Step 21
~4 min

Serve tepid or at room temperature, with the cooking liquor drizzled around the petits farcis & some chopped parsley or basil sprinkled over them.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, add a pinch of dried herbs de Provence to the sausage mixture.

Use day-old bread for the breadcrumbs.

If the vegetables start to brown too quickly, cover the tin with foil.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The stuffing can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Salad with Vinaigrette
Crusty Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Provence, France

Cultural Significance

Represents the fresh, seasonal produce of the region.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer gatherings
Family meals

Occasion Tags

Summer Dinner
Family Gathering
Casual Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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