Ingredients

3

lb small zucchini (about 9), cut lengthwise in half

2 1/2

teaspoons salt

2

large baking potatoes (about 2 lb)

1 1/2

lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef

2

large onions, chopped (2 cups)

1/4

cup dry red wine or beef broth

1

cup crushed tomatoes (from 28-oz can), undrained

2

tablespoons tomato paste

1/2

teaspoon freshly ground pepper

6

tablespoons butter or margarine

6

tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour

3

cups milk

2

teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves

4

cloves garlic, finely chopped

2

cups shredded Parmesan cheese (8 oz)

Preparation

Heat oven to 425°F. Spray two 17x12-inch half-sheet pans with cooking spray. Place zucchini in single layer in pans. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt. Bake 20 minutes or until almost tender. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F.

Meanwhile, pierce potatoes with fork. Place potatoes on microwavable paper towel in microwave oven. Microwave uncovered on High 6 minutes or until partially cooked. Cool 10 minutes. Peel and thinly slice potatoes; set aside.

In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef and onions over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in wine, tomatoes, tomato paste, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is absorbed.

In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Stir in flour and remaining 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth and bubbly. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens. Stir in rosemary and garlic.

Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Spread half of the meat sauce in baking dish. Top with potato slices. Place half of the zucchini slices over potatoes; sprinkle with 1/2 cup of the cheese. Repeat layers with remaining meat sauce, remaining zucchini and 1/2 cup cheese. Pour white sauce over top. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese.

Bake uncovered 45 to 55 minutes or until top is golden brown. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.