There is really nothing better than warm zucchini bread, fresh out of the oven.  And when you are up to your nose in this beloved summer squash, it’s a great way to put them to good use!

Enjoy alongside your morning omelet, or with a scoop of fresh whipped cream after dinner!

Delicious Zucchini Bread:

• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup canola oil
• 1 tbsp vanilla
• 2 cups sugar
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 2 cups of whole wheat or plain flour
• 2 cups zucchini, grated
• 1 cup walnuts, chopped

In a large bowl, beat eggs.  Add oil and vanilla.  Stir in sugar until dissolved.  Add cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Stir in flour one cup at a time.  Add grated zucchini.  Fold in walnuts.

Pour batter into 2 oiled and floured loaf pans.  Bake 1 hour at 350 degrees.  Let cool in pan covered with a dish towel for 10 minutes to retain the moisture.

Invert onto a rack or plate to cool completely.