Zucchini Beef Bake Recipe

Name: Zucchini Beef Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups water; 4 cups sliced zucchini; 1 pound ground beef; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 cups cooked rice; 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce; 1 cup 4% cottage cheese; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon minced fresh basil or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

6 cups water
4 cups sliced zucchini
1 pound ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups cooked rice
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon minced fresh basil or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1
In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add zucchini. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3 minutes or just until tender. Drain and immediately place zucchini in ice water. Drain and pat dry.
2
In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the rice, tomato sauce, cottage cheese, egg, oregano, basil and salt.
3
Arrange half of the zucchini in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with meat mixture and remaining zucchini; sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350u00b0 for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.

1056

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups water, 4 cups sliced zucchini, 1 pound ground beef, 1 large onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Zucchini Beef Bake falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Zucchini Beef Bake

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