Zucchini Beef Bake Recipe

Zucchini Beef Bake RecipePhoto by: Taste of Home Zucchini Beef Bake Recipe Rating 3

Read reviews (1)

Rate recipe

Zucchini is a favorite vegetable for cooks because it can be used in countless ways. Here it teams up with ground beef, rice and cheese for a pretty, palate-pleasing meal.— Christy Saniga, Tacoma, Washington

1
[X]

Rate Zucchini Beef Bake Recipe

Click on stars to rate
 
Would you make this recipe again?
[X]
Zucchini Beef Bake Recipe
  • Prep: 20 min. Bake: 25 min.
  • Yield: 6-8 Servings
    •
20 25 45

Ingredients

  • 6 cups water
  • 4 cups sliced zucchini
  • 1 pound ground beef
    XKick-up the flavor

    With Johnsonville Italian Sausage.

    Featured Sponsor
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 1 cup (8 ounces) 4% cottage cheese
  • 1 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 (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Arrange half of the zucchini in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Layer with meat mixture and remaining zucchini; sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted. Yield: 6-8 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 piece) equals 274 calories, 13 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 85 mg cholesterol, 500 mg sodium, 18 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 21 g protein.

Originally published as Zucchini Beef Bake in Casserole Cookbook , p52

Healthy Cooking

Featured Videos

  • Better Baked Beans 'n' Ham
  • Eggplant Rollatini
  • Roasted Ratatouille Tart
  • Venison Chimichangas
  • Venison Quesadillas
  • Venison - Oriental Steak
  • Morel Polenta
  • Pizza Margherita
  • Cheesy Penne
  • Roast Turkey
  • Veggie Penne with Pesto
  • Baked Bean & Bacon Casserole
  • Dogs & Taters
  • Smoked Salmon Frittata
  • Spinach and Bacon Quiche
  • Rosemary Crusted Lamb Loin
  • Baked Bean & Bacon Casserole
  • Chicken in Red Curry Sauce
  • Cornish Hens and Stuffing
  • Spinach Gratin

Menus and More

Comfort Food Diet

Try the Taste of Home Comfort Food Diet Online FREE for 7 days! It's an easy-to-follow diet plan you can do while enjoying delicious dishes!

Learn More >

New! Taste of Home Recipe Box

Organize your recipes into folders, personalize with notes, and easily share with friends.

Learn More >

More Ways to get Taste of Home Recipes

Reviews for Zucchini Beef Bake (1)

Zucchini Beef Bake Recipe

Zucchini Beef Bake

Tell us what you think of this recipe.
Did you modify it? Would you make it again? Rate it today! >

Rate and Review this Recipe


Reviewed on Dec. 18, 2011 by Rogbaker

I have made this a number of times, it's quite good. Make sure you hardly boil the zucchini or they will be soggy.

 
 
Healthy Cooking - Try it Risk Free
Simple & Delicious - Free Issue Offer

Top Recipe Collections

Valentine's Day Recipes , Chicken Recipes , Slow Cooker Recipes , Soup Recipes , Pork Chop Recipes , Chili Recipes , Meatloaf Recipes , Banana Bread Recipes , Lasagna Recipes , Macaroni and Cheese Recipes , Chili Recipes , Chicken Wings , Meatball Recipes , Top 10 Chocolate Recipes , Cakes , Mardi Gras Recipes
Advanced Search >   Browse Recipes >
Advertise with us
ADVERTISEMENT

Follow Us
Advertise with us ADVERTISEMENT