Savory Squash

Ingredients

 * 1 1/2 pounds yellow summer squash or zucchini, sliced
 * 1/2 cup chopped onion
 * 3 cups cooked rice
 * 2 cups grated Cheddar cheese
 * 1 teaspoon seasoned pepper
 * 1/2 teaspoon salt
 * 3 eggs, slightly beaten
 * 1/2 cup mayonnaise
 * 1 cup soft breadcrumbs
 * 1/2 cup sliced almonds (optional)

Directions
Cover and cook squash and onion in small amount of water in saucepan until squash is tender but not soft. Drain well. Combine with rice, cheese, pepper and salt.

Blend eggs and mayonnaise; stir into vegetable mixture. Turn into buttered shallow 2-quart casserole. Top with breadcrumbs and almonds. Bake at 350 degrees 30 minutes.