So, I've had some zucchini and crook neck squash sitting on my counter for a few weeks and finally decided that I needed to use them up! But, what to do?! I grabbed a package of ground beef out of the freezer thinking "I'll figure something out..."! So, here's what I came up with- Zucchini and Squash Sauce on Rice!
I started browning the ground beef and put some olive oil and brown rice in a pan. I saute the rice in oil for a few minutes before adding the liquid. With brown rice (I don't do it for white rice) it helps to bring out the flavor and starts to break down the outer shell of the rice and makes it easier to digest. Then I added chicken broth for the liquid (2 cups liquid to 1 cup rice).
After the meat was mostly brown, I added a chopped onion and cooked till the onion was soft. I added oregano, basil, garlic, paprika, 1/2 a can of tomato paste, a can of tomato soup+ 1 can of water and the zucchini and squash (cut into small pieces). Cover and simmer until squash is cooked. Serve on top of the rice!
*Disclaimer: At the time of the posting I haven't eaten yet, so I can't tell you what it tastes like, or even if its good! ;)
Enjoy! :)
