Zucchini Beef Bake

Zucchini Beef Bake
You can never have too many main course recipes, so give Zucchini Beef Bake a try. Watching your figure? This gluten free recipe has 312 calories, 19g of protein, and 18g of fat per serving. This recipe serves 8. Head to the store and pick up zucchini, garlic clove, ground beef, and a few other things to make it today. To use up the onion you could follow this main course with the Candy Corn Cupcakes as a dessert. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes.

Instructions

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In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil.
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Add zucchini. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3 minutes or just until tender.
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Drain and immediately place zucchini in ice water.
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Drain and pat dry.
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In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink.
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Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
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Drain. Stir in the rice, tomato sauce, cottage cheese, egg, oregano, basil and salt.
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Arrange half of the zucchini in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish.
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Layer with meat mixture and remaining zucchini; sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
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Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.
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Ready In45 m.
Servings8
Health Score7
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