~ tasty zucchini & bacon casserole ~ cass

Ingredients

• 1 pound grated zucchini ( about 2 small - medium ) if using large, remove seeds )
• 5 ounces fresh shredded, or sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup small chop onion
• 1/3 cup melted, butter
• 1/2 cup instant white rice
• 1 1/4 cups cottage cheese
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
• 1 tablespoon dried garlic flakes - or 1 clove, minced
• salt & - pepper to taste
• 3 - eggs
• cheddar - or monterey jack cheese for top