Cheesy Zucchini Rice Casserole

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Cheesy Zucchini Rice Casserole

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked long grain rice
  • 3 medium zucchini, cut into 1/8 inch slices
  • 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
  • 4 cups (16 ounces) shredded
  • Monterey Jack cheese, divided
  • 2 cups (16 ounces) sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 large tomato, sliced

Directions

  1. Cook rice according to package directions. In a saucepan, cook zucchini in 1 inch of water until crisp-tender; drain and set aside. Place rice in a greased, shallow 3-quart baking dish. Layer with chilies and 1 1/2 cups cheese.

  2. In a bowl, combine the sour cream, green pepper, onion, parsley, salt and oregano. Spread over cheese. Layer with zucchini and tomato. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

  3. Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

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Comments (2)

  • My wife loves squash casseroles-I'll be making this soon!

    Thomas K Squier |
    September 19, 2021 |
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    • Thomas, 'tis the season for squash! Let us know how it turns out!

      Carolina Country |
      September 20, 2021 |
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