Rice Lasagna

Directions

Cook rice following package directions, salt optional.

Reserve.

Coat 13×9×2 inch baking dish with non-stick vegetable-oil cooking spray.

Brown beef in large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking up clumps.

Carefully pour off excess fat.

Add onion and green pepper; cook, stirring, 2 minutes.

Add spaghetti sauce.

Beat egg slightly in medium-size bowl.

Stir in cottage cheese and mozzarella cheese.

Spread half the meat sauce over bottom of prepared baking dish.

Spoon half the rice evenly over sauce; top with half the cheese mixture.

Repeat layers.

Sprinkle top with Parmesan cheese.

Bake in preheated moderate oven at 350℉ (180℃). for 50 minutes.

Let stand 10 minutes before serving.