ZUCCHINI HAMBURGER BAKE
Fix-it And Enjoy-it Cookbook by Phyllis Pellman Good
Makes 6 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 45-55 minutes
Ingredients
• 1 lb. hamburger • 1 small onion, chopped • 1/2 tsp. salt • 1/4 tsp. pepper • 2 cups pizza sauce • 1/2 cup raw long-gram rice • 4 cups zucchini, peeled and cubed • 1½ cups water • 3/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese
Directions
1. In a large skillet or stockpot, brown hamburger and onion together. Drain off drippings. Season meat and onion with salt and pepper.
2. Add remaining ingredients, except cheese, and stir together. Cover and simmer over low heat until rice is soft, approximately 35-45 minutes.
3. Top with cheese and allow to melt before serving.
Tips: 1. An electric skillet works well for making this casserole.
2. You can double the amount of zucchini if you want.
Linda Overholt, Abbeville, SC
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