California Stuffed Zucchini
["huge zucchini, cut in half lengthwise", "1/2 c. chopped onion", "1 c. chopped celery", "1/4 lb. sliced mushrooms (optional)", "1 clove garlic, minced or 1 tsp. garlic powder", "1 Tbsp. butter", "1 lb. ground beef", "1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce", "1 c. grated sharp Cheddar cheese", "1/4 c. sliced pimento (optional)", "1 tsp. salt", "1/4 tsp. oregano", "1/8 tsp. pepper"]
["Saute onion, celery, mushrooms and garlic in butter.", "Scoop out zucchini.", "Saute this scooped portion with the onion, celery, mushrooms and garlic.", "Add ground beef; brown.", "Add tomato sauce, pimento, 1/2 cup cheese, salt, oregano and pepper.", "Fill each zucchini half with mixture.", "Sprinkle with remaining cheese.", "Bake at 350\u00b0 to 375\u00b0 for about 30 minutes.", "Absolutely delicious!!!!"]
["huge zucchini", "onion", "celery", "mushrooms", "clove garlic", "butter", "ground beef", "tomato sauce", "Cheddar cheese", "pimento", "salt", "oregano", "pepper"]