6 c. sliced zucchini (about 2 lbs.)
1 lb. ground beef
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/8 tsp. oregano
1/4 c. butter
1/4 c. flour
2 c. milk
1 c. grated American cheese (optional)

Wash zucchini and slice half inch thick slices. Parboil three minutes in small amount of salted water. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile brown meat slightly, add onions and cook until onion is limp. Add salt, pepper and oregano, mixing well. Set aside. Melt butter in saucepan, blend in flour and simmer stirring for one minute. Add milk and cook, stirring until mixture comes to a boil and is thickened. Stir in American cheese. Add seasoning to taste.

In 2 quart casserole, arrange a layer of zucchini slices; sprinkle half of the meat mixture, spoon on half of the cheese sauce. Repeat layers ending with cheese sauce. Sprinkle on Parmesan cheese. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 30 minutes or until heated and bubbling. Makes 6 servings.