Cheesy Hamburger Zucchini Casserole

• 3/4 lb. lean ground beef
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 2 c. tomato juice
• 1/3 c. water
• 1 1/2 tsp. italian seasoning
• 1 tsp. fresh garlic, chopped
• 1 1/2 c. instant rice
• 2 c. zucchini, sliced
• 1 c. tomato, chopped
• 1/2 c. onion, chopped
• 1/2 c. shredded mozzarella cheese

1. Heat oven to 375u0b0.
2. Brown beef over medium heat.
3. Drain off fat.
4. Add salt and pepper.
5. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, combine juice, water, italian seasoning and garlic.
6. Mix well.
7. Spray 9 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
8. Add cooked beef, rice and half the tomato juice mixture.
9. Mix well.
10. Top with zucchini, tomato and onion, Pour in remaining tomato juice mixture.
11. Cover and bake for 35 to 40 minutes.
12. Uncover and sprinkle with cheese. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes more, or until cheese is melted.
13. Serves 6.

lean ground beef, salt, pepper, tomato juice, water, italian seasoning, fresh garlic, instant rice, zucchini, tomato, onion, mozzarella cheese

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=22607 (may not work)