Ingredients:
1 lb fresh zucchini, sliced
1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onions
1 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup cooked rice
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1 eggs
1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
grated parmesan cheese, to pass around
Directions:
Cook zucchini in boiling salted water for 2 to 3 minutes; drain well.
Brown the ground beef with onions and garlic until meat has lost it’s pink color and onions are opaque; drain fat.
Stir in seasoning,rice, and tomato sauce.
Beat egg in a mixing bowl.
Blend in cottage cheese.
Put half the zucchini slices in a greased shallow 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
Spoon on beef mixture.
Spread cottage cheese over beef.
Top with remaining zucchini.
Sprinkle Mozzarella cheese over all.
Bake at 350 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until cheese is lightly browned and casserole is bubbly.
Serve with Parmesan if desired.
Servings: 3
Time preparation: 30 min.
Time total: 60 min.