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Baked Papaya

1 medium unripe papaya
butter
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
Salt, freshly ground pepper to taste
Bread crumbs
grated cheese

Cut the papava in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.  Drop
into boiling water and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.  Drain.
Carefully scoop out flesh and mash.  Reserve shells.  Heat 2
tablespoons butter in a skillet and saute the onion until transparent.
Add the tomatoes, salt, pepper, and the mashed papaya.  Mix well.
Stuff the shells with the mixture, sprinkle with bread crumbs and
cheese, and dot with butter.  Bake in a 400 oven until top is
browned.  Serves 4-6.

Printable version: baked-papaya.txt.