Cheesy Sausage Zucchini Casserole
Description
This sausage zucchini casserole is made with squash, fresh tomatoes, onion, mushrooms, and white rice lightly seasoned with oregano for a tasty meal.
Ingredients
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1 cup water
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1/2 cup uncooked white rice
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1 pound pork sausage
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1/4 cup chopped onion
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4 cups cubed zucchini squash
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1 cup diced fresh tomato
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2 (4 ounce) cans sliced mushrooms, drained
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1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese food, cubed
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1 pinch dried oregano
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salt and pepper to taste
Directions
1
Gather all ingredients.
2
Combine water and rice in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
3
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Cook sausage and onion in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring until evenly browned. Drain excess grease.
4
Stir in zucchini and tomatoes and cook until tender.
5
Stir in cooked rice, mushrooms, and cheese. Season with oregano, salt, and pepper.
6
Spread mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
7
Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until lightly browned and bubbly, about 1 hour.