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California Zucchini Bake

1 pound lean ground beef
2 small zucchini, thinly sliced
1/4 cup sliced green onions
2 cups cooked rice
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided use
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 cup sour cream
1 large fresh tomato, sliced

1. Cook beef, zucchini and onions in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender crisp, stirring frequently.
2. Add rice, 1/2 cup cheese, garlic powder, pepper chili powder and sour cream; turn into buttered 2-quart baking dish. Arrange tomato slices on top; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
3. Bake at 350 degrees F. 20 to 25 minutes.

Makes 4 servings.

Recipe provided courtesy of USA Rice Federation.