| LAYERED CASSEROLE WITH WHEAT GERM
LAYERED CASSEROLE WITH WHEAT GERM
(Makes 4 6 servings)
¾ pound zucchini (3 medium)
¾ cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese
cup wheat germ
1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons whole-wheat flour
½ pound lean ground beef
½ cup finely chopped celery
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 medium clove garlic, minced
teaspoon pepper
1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce
Shred or chop zucchini and drain in a sieve, pressing with the back of a spoon to remove as much moisture as possible.
Mix drained zucchini with ½ cup cheese and ¼ cup wheat germ, the egg and ½ teaspoon salt. Press mixture into bottom of 1 1/2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle with flour.
Crumble ground beef into skillet, Add celery, onion, garlic, pepper and remaining ½ teaspoon salt. Cook until beef is browned. Pour off and discard any excess fat.
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Stir remaining ½ cup wheat germ and half the tomato sauce into the meat mixture. Spoon it into baking dish, over zucchini layer.
Pour remaining tomato sauce over the top and sprinkle with remaining ½ cup cheese. Bake 30 minutes or until well heated through.
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