Stuffed Mirlitons - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 large mirlitons
1 stick butter or margarine
1 large onion, minced
1 large rib celery, minced
1 large clove garlic, minced
1 lb. shrimp
1/2 tsp. thyme
2 tsp. parsley
1 egg, beaten
salt and pepper to taste
seasoned bread crumbs

Preparation

Cut mirlitons in
half lengthwise.
Place in large pot; cover with water.
Cover and
bring to a boil.
Lower heat and cook slowly 20 to
30
minutes or until tender.\tRemove halves and cool slightly.
Scoop
out pulp with a spoon, leaving firm shell about 1/4-inch thick.
Mash pulp and set aside.