Butternut squash patties with mozzarella surprise

Ingredients

• Butternut Squash Pattie Surprise: A pattie with a center of smooth and creamy mozzarella. You will love this recipe. Very easy, very tasty. Great as a main or as a side.
• 1 Medium Butternut Squash: Microwaved until soft, about 12 -15 min. depending on a. the squash size and, b. your microwave's power.
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 2 whole eggs + 2 egg whites (or use 1 cup of EggBeaters)
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Nutmeg
• 6 slices of Mozzarella cheese
• Salt and Pepper to taste

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Preparation

• Preheat your oven to 375 F. Prepare a baking sheet with foil and non-stick spray. Mash the squash and mix with the crumbs, eggs, parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Take a slice of mozzarella and form your squash mixture around it. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 30 - 40 minutes. Allow to cool, about 10 minutes.