Recipe: Zesty Rice Lasagna

ZESTY RICE LASAGNA

1 cup Carolina or Mahatma Extra Long Grain White Rice
3 large eggs, divided
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 cups shredded part skim milk mozzarella cheese
1 cup low fat Ricotta cheese
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 pound lean ground beef
1 jar (151/2 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 tablespoon oregano, crushed

Preheat oven to 375 F.

Prepare rice according to package directions.

In a large bowl, combine rice, 2 eggs and 1/3-cup Parmesan cheese.

In another bowl, combine remaining egg, mozzarella, Ricotta
cheese, 1/3-cup Parmesan cheese and parsley. In large skillet, brown beef, stirring to break into bits. Drain.

Add sauce and oregano; heat. Evenly spread half rice mixture into an oiled 111/2 x 71/2 x 21/2 inch baking dish. Top with half cheese mixture and meat mixture. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.

Bake for 20 minutes or until hot.

Serves 8