Beef and Zucchini Dish

This has an Italian flavor to it. Yummy.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 5

Ingredients

• 1  lb  extra lean ground beef
• 3  cups  diced zucchini (about 3 small)
• 2  minced garlic cloves
• 1  teaspoon  dried Italian seasoning
• 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
• 1  cup  shredded low-fat cheddar cheese, divided
• 2 1⁄2 cups  hot cooked rice

Directions

1. Cook beef in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until browned; stir to crumble. Drain well.
2. Wipe pan with paper towel. Coat with cooking spray; place over medium-high heat. Add zucchini and garlic; sauté 5 minutes.
3. Add beef, seasoning, and sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes.
4. Remove from heat. Add 2/3 cup cheese; stir until cheese melts.
5. Serve over rice. Sprinkle with 1/3 cup cheese.