Recipes
Super Easy & Delicious Zucchini Butter
Pairs Well With
Makes about 2 cups
Ingredients
2 pounds zucchini, more or less*
1/4 cup olive oil or butter, if you prefer
2 minced shallots, garlic, or combination of both
Salt and pepper
Preparation
Coarsely grate the zucchini. Let it drain in a colander for 3 to 4 minutes or until you are ready to begin cooking. To hasten cooking time, squeeze the water out of the zucchini by wringing it in a clean cloth towel.
In a deep skillet, heat the olive oil/butter. Sauté the shallots briefly. Add the zucchini and toss. Cook and stir over medium to medium-high heat until the zucchini reaches a spreadable consistency. If you scorch the bottom, turn the flame down! (And scrape those delicious bits into the marmalade for added flavor.) The zucchini will hold its bright green color and slowly caramelize into a nice vegetable jam.
Enjoy on toast, or as a side dish all summer long!
*Feel free to add extra zucchini. It may take a little longer to cook, but this recipe keeps well and can be stored in the refrigerator for about a month.
Editors note: for an easy appetizer spread on crostini and sprinkle a bit of feta cheese or grated parmegiano reggiano. Heat for a few minutes or serve room temperature. Go wild with fresh herbs too-your favorites will do like parsley, basil or thyme finely chopped and sprinkled over the crostini.
