Savory Squash

Ingredients

 * 1½ pounds yellow summer squash or zucchini, sliced
 * ½ cup chopped onion
 * 3 cups cooked rice
 * 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
 * 1 teaspoon seasoned pepper
 * ½ teaspoon salt
 * 3 eggs, slightly beaten
 * ½ cup mayonnaise
 * 1 cup soft breadcrumbs
 * ½ cup sliced almonds (optional)

Directions

 * 1) Cover and cook squash and onion in small amount of water in saucepan until squash is tender but not soft.
 * 2) Drain well.
 * 3) Combine with rice, cheese, pepper and salt.
 * 4) Blend eggs and mayonnaise; stir into vegetable mixture.
 * 5) Turn into buttered shallow 2-quart casserole.
 * 6) Top with breadcrumbs and almonds.
 * 7) Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.