1 1/2 lb. sm. zucchini
3/4 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 c. long grain rice
1 can mushroom soup
1 can water
1 (3-4 oz.) can sliced mushrooms
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1-2 slices bacon

Wash and slice zucchini in 1/4 inch slices. Put 1/2 in bottom of well buttered 2 quart casserole. top with 1/3 of cheese and 1/2 of rice. Make 2 more layers. Combine soup, water, and mushrooms (including liquid), salt and pepper in a small pan. Heat and pour over casserole. Sprinkle with cheese. Cut bacon in 1 inch pieces and arrange on top. Cover and bake for 25 minutes at 350 degrees, uncover, bake 20 minutes longer.