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Category Archives: zucchini
Oct 6
Zucchini, Corn & Leek Frittata
Hopefully many of you saw my posts and pics from Martha Stewart’s event last week. I was chosen to cover it, which was a cooking demonstration and a book signing for her new cookbook, One Pot. It’s got lots of … Continue reading

Posted in breakfast, corn, eggs, low carb, main dishes, make ahead, QuickAndEasy, zucchini
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Aug 29
Grilled Zucchini Pizzas
Summer is almost a wrap! I can’t believe September is around the corner… As we enter Labor Day weekend, we are reminded of the late summer bounty, with zucchini being one of the leaders of the pack. Most of us … Continue reading

Posted in cheese, low carb, main dishes, mozzarella, QuickAndEasy, squash, zucchini
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Aug 29
Creamy Corned Chicken and Zucchini
I have to give myself props for creativity these past few weeks. It’s like I’ve been secretly challenging myself to find different ways to cook and prepare this summer’s bounty. Zucchini, corn, eggplant, tomatoes…they’re all coming out of our ears … Continue reading

Posted in chicken, corn, goat cheese, low carb, main dishes, QuickAndEasy, tomatoes, zucchini
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Aug 5
Zucchini and Mushroom Camper Packets (Secret Recipe Club)
Here we are again…time for another recipe, courtesy of the Secret Recipe Club! My assignment this month was The Saturday Evening Pot, a blog that I wasn’t familiar with until now. This is no ordinary food blog – they’ve got … Continue reading

Posted in grilling, low carb, make ahead, mushrooms, Secret Recipe Club, squash, zucchini
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Sep 10
Orzo Salad with Zucchini, Feta & Olives
As much as I love the fall, I have to remind myself that technically, it is still summer. It reached 80 degrees yesterday (with low humidity!) so the weather is still keeping it real. Not that it needs to be … Continue reading

Posted in feta, pasta, QuickAndEasy, salad, side dishes, zucchini
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Aug 14
Pitacella (Fried Zucchini, Italian Style)
My brother-in-law’s mother was an amazing cook. Born and raised in Calabria, she came here as a young adult and brought with her some of the most delicious Italian recipes and dishes I’ve ever had. One day, I promise you, … Continue reading

Posted in appetizers, Italian, QuickAndEasy, side dishes, zucchini
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Jul 19
Brown Rice with Roasted Zucchini & Grape Tomatoes
I still stick by what I said about being over the summer. I’m ready for pumpkin flavored everything, apple pie and mashed potatoes. Give me a cardigan and jeans and I’ll be all set. Now, ice cream is a different … Continue reading

Posted in rice, side dishes, tomatoes, zucchini
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Jul 13
Fried Zucchini Sticks with Sriracha Mayo
I’m a Trader Joe’s sucker. I go in with a list. I really do. And end up with about twice as much as what I intended to. Kind of like Target, but strictly food items.I’m sure many of you have … Continue reading

Posted in appetizers, condiments, dip, sauce, side dishes, zucchini
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Jul 11
Pan Fried Lime Salmon with Zucchini
Zucchini season is among us once again. And I love it. Anything that is so simple to prepare yet tastes so delicious is aces in my book. Which reminds me…I need to raid my uncle’s garden… This dish was an … Continue reading

Posted in lime, main dishes, QuickAndEasy, salmon, seafood, zucchini
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Aug 11
More from the land of zucchini
I have to be honest – even though it’s coming out of our ears, I’ll never get sick of it. No matter how you cook or bake it, it’s delicious. All varieties. Bring it on. My doorstep awaits you. It … Continue reading

Posted in garlic, main dishes, pasta, QuickAndEasy, zucchini
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