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1. Heat oven to 375 F.
2. Wash the rice very well and soak in salted warm water for 30 minutes.
3. In medium pan heat water until boiling add 2 tea spoon of salt, 2 tea spoon of oil, drain rice thoroughly and add to the pan. Return to boil and cook uncovered for 5 minutes.
4. Cover the pan tightly, and cook on low heat for 15 – 20 minutes.
5. Meanwhile heat 2 tea spoon of oil in medium saucepan and sauté onion until golden brown add the minced meat and seasoning stirring well for 5 – 7 minutes.
6. Add blended tomato, tomato paste and cook for 10 – 12 minutes.
7. In a medium size casserole spread 1-cup béchamel sauce and tops it with 1/3 of the cooked rice sprinkle with ½ cup mozzarella cheese and then spread ½ of the minced meat mixture. Repeat.
8. Spread the left cup of béchamel sauce n top and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
9. Bake for 30– 35 minutes or until light golden leave to set for 10 minutes before serving.
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