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Zucchini

My Grandma’s Zucchini Bread

I recently read A Tiger in the Kitchen: A Memoir of Food and Family. I am a total sucker for memoirs and I took this one down while flying to and from Denver a few weeks back. It’s the story … Continue reading…

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Aug 25, 2011
Filed Under: BakingBreakfastSummer
Ingredients:Zucchini
Tagged: Bread

Too Hot to Cook? Cool as Cucumber and Zucchini Soup

This past weekend it was so hot, not even grilling was an option. Now it’s a cool 74 degrees, but the temperature is supposed to climb again. Think proactive, like stocking a fallout shelter with canned goods. Add this recipe … Continue reading…

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Jul 26, 2011
Filed Under: SoupSummer
Ingredients:CucumberZucchini
Tagged: Cold Food for Hot Days

A Simple Summer Supper, Family Style

Most of the time when I’m cooking for more than 2 people (or 3, as our friend Alexis is a frequent guest at our table), it’s when I’m throwing a dinner party for our food-loving Brooklyn friends. But for the … Continue reading…

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Jul 15, 2011
Filed Under: GrillingPasta, Risotto and GrainsSaladSummer
Ingredients:ZucchiniTomatoesBasilPestoCornChickenPeachesCucumberSquash-summerChives
Tagged: Family Style

Gratin of Summer Vegetables in Pesto

This is a great accompaniment to grilled fish or chicken. I also love it over pasta. Feel free to experiment with the vegetables you use. Eggplant and peppers might also work nicely. (serves 4-6) 2 medium summer squash (about 3/4 … Continue reading…

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Sep 13, 2007
Filed Under: Summer
Ingredients:ZucchiniSquash-summerTomatoesBasilOnions

Summer Squash Soup with Curry Spices

I served this with some basmati rice and a simple salad of cucumber, tomato and mint. It was like a celebration of summer. 3 Tablespoons butter 1 large yellow onion 1 1/2 pound mixed summer squash, sliced 1 teaspoon cumin … Continue reading…

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Aug 16, 2007
Filed Under: SoupSummer
Ingredients:Squash-summerZucchini
Tagged: Curry

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