Eggplant Parmesan

If you’ve eaten eggplant before, there’s a good chance you’ve had it in the form of eggplant parmesan.  This recipe sounds fancy and difficult, but don’t sweat the recipe – ‘sweat’ the eggplant. Ingredients 2 large eggplants (I cut up two of the big purple ones, and didn’t even use all those) 2 eggs, beatenContinue reading “Eggplant Parmesan”

Zucchini versus Summer Squash

It seems that in Nebraska we are all very familiar with our friend the zucchini – although we may not always spell it correctly.  However, one of its relatives – the yellow squash – is grossly under used. Summer squash is a term for squash that is harvested at a tender, immature stage.  It hasContinue reading “Zucchini versus Summer Squash”

Baked Zucchini Sticks

I told you we love zucchini in our house.  Try this recipe for zucchini sticks! Ingredients 2-3 zucchini (or other summer squash) 2 Tbs olive oil salt & fresh ground pepper 3 Tbs Bread Crubms Directions 1. Cut zucchini into julienne strips about 2 inches long. 2.Place in a bowl and add bread crumbs andContinue reading “Baked Zucchini Sticks”

Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Who doesn’t love zucchini season?  I’m a huge fan of it raw, fried with green onions, and baked with spaghetti sauce on top.  But I LOVE to bake.  So here is a great recipe for Chocolate Zucchini Cake 🙂 Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups white sugar 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 2 teaspoonsContinue reading “Chocolate Zucchini Bread”