Versatile Zucchini Spread Food

VERSATILE ZUCCHINI SPREAD

Steps:

• Squeeze the excess water out of the shredded zucchini.
• Heat the olive oil and butter in a deep frying pan on medium. Add the chopped shallot and garlic and lightly sauté,
• Add the zucchini and cook for 20 minutes or so, stirring until the zucchini has caramelized and the mixture looks like a thick jam. If you are adding the parmesan do so at the end and let it melt before taking off the stove.
• Remove from the heat and cool. Spoon into your small glass canning jars and store in the refrigerator. You can also can for storage and giving away as holiday gifts.

VERSATILE ZUCCHINI PATTIES

Steps:

• 1. Spread zucchini. Lay out on paper towels or in a colander (with a bowl under it), sprinkle zucchini with salt and let rest for at least 30 minutes (I get best results when I let it sit for several hours). This step pulls out excess moisture from the zucchini/squash.
• 2. In a medium bowl, combine the zucchini, eggs, onion, flour, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese (add seasoning at this time as well if you desire).
• 3. Heat a small amount of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drop zucchini mixture by heaping tablespoonfuls, and cook for a few minutes on each side until golden.

ZUCCHINI SPREAD

Steps:

• Squeeze the zucchini to remove excess water.
• In a food processor or blender, process the zucchini and all other ingredients except the nuts until smooth, scraping the sides as needed.
• Spoon the mixture into a serving bowl.
• Fold in the nuts.
• Cover and refrigerate before serving.