Stuffed Zucchini Boats | Charlotte Fashion Plate

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchini
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 pound hot Italian sausage (see notes for substitutions)
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 yellow onion, minced
• 2 cups chopped tomatoes or 1 1/2 cups tomato or marinara sauce
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, plus more for garnish