All-American Burger Casserole

Ingredients

3 cups cauliflower florets

Non-stick pan spray

2 cups leeks, finely chopped

1 garlic clove, finely chopped

1 ¼ lb lean ground beef (95% lean)

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

2 tbsp tomato paste

28 oz low sodium diced tomatoes

4 teaspoons Dijon Mustard

2 cups reduced-fat grated cheddar cheese

1/4 cup chopped dill pickles

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with cooking spray. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the cauliflower for al dente and drain well.

In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-low heat. Add the leeks and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in the beef and cook until browned; season with salt and pepper. Stir in the tomato paste, then add the tomatoes and mustard. Let the mixture bubble gently until it is slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.

Toss the meat mixture with the cauliflower and spread it into the prepared dish. Top with the cheddar and bake until the cheese is melted, about 15 minutes.

*Sprinkle the chopped pickles over the top and serve or underneath cheese before baking .

Makes 5 servings: Per serving 1 Lean protein 3 greens 3 condiments