Microwave Zucchini-Beef Bake

Name: Microwave Zucchini-Beef Bake
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. olive oil; 3 medium zucchini, sliced 1/2-inch thick; 1 lb. ground sirloin (90% lean); 1 small onion, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 c. tomato sauce; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. cinnamon; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 1/2 c. low-fat cottage cheese; 1 egg; 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese

12 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

3 Tbsp. olive oil
3 medium zucchini, sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 lb. ground sirloin (90% lean)
1 small onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 c. tomato sauce
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 c. low-fat cottage cheese
1 egg
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini slices and cook turning often until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
2

Transfer zucchini slices to paper towels to drain briefly.
3

Arrange overlapping slices in a microwave-safe (9-inch) square baking dish.