Rice Mozzarella

Ingredients

 * 1 large ripe tomato, cut into sixteenths
 * 1 teaspoon salt
 * 3 cups hot cooked rice
 * 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
 * 1 teaspoon basil
 * ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
 * 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
 * 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

 * 1) Place tomato in large bowl; sprinkle with salt.
 * 2) Stir in rice, ½ cup mozzarella cheese, basil and pepper.
 * 3) Spoon into greased 2-quart baking dish; sprinkle with remaining ½ cup mozzarella cheese and with parsley and Parmesan cheese.
 * 4) Bake, uncovered, at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes, or until thoroughly heated.