ZUCHINNI-RICE TORTA SQUARES

ZUCHINNI-RICE TORTA SQUARES image

Yield 24 squares

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter, divided
2 cups zucchini coarsly grated (packed) about two large
2 garlic cloves minced
2 cups water
1 cup long grain white rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chooped fresh Oregano
2 tab;espoons chooped fresh mint
2 large eggs

Steps:

Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini and garlic: Toss until tender, dry, and starting to brown Cook the rice until tender About 18 minutes Brush an 11x7x2 inch glass baking dish with pam. Transfer rice to a large bowl. Stir in zucchini mixture, 1 cup cheese, oregano, and mint. Season with salt and pepper. Cool to luke warm. Beat eggs in a small bowl to blend. Stir into rice mixture to coat. Transfer to baking dish. Press to form even layer. Sprinkle 1/2 cup cheese. All this can be done one day ahead. Preheat onve to 350. Bake torta until firm and beginning to brown around edges, about 30 minutes. Cool 20 minutes. Cut into 24 squares. Arrance on platter, garnish with mint.