Zucchini Cheese Bake - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. chopped onions
3 Tbsp. butter
6 c. grated or chopped zucchini
1 c. cooked rice
1 c. shredded Cheddar or Swiss cheese
1/2 c. chopped, fresh parsley (optional)
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 egg, beaten
2 Tbsp. dry bread crumbs
1 Tbsp. butter, melted

Preparation

Heat oven to 375\u00b0.
Grease 1 1/2-quart casserole.
In a large skillet, saute onions in 3 tablespoons butter until tender.
Add zucchini, cover and cook over low heat for 10 minutes.
Drain and cool slightly.
Add rice, cheese, parsley, salt, pepper and egg; mix well.
Spoon into casserole.
In a small bowl, combine crumbs and 1 tablespoon melted butter; sprinkle over top of casserole. Bake 30 minutes or until thoroughly heated.