And Here They All Come Zucchini

I planted 3 zucchini this year, one in the greenhouse from which we've been harvesting for about a month now, and two outside. Well, those outside plants have gone and done it! There are 3 large zucchini that somehow missed my inspection as I like to harvest them when about 6 to 8 in long and one smaller one about 6 in. So I guess I'll have to make a batch of zucchini bread as soon as this heat spell breaks. Here's one of our favourite ways to eat zucchini besides grilled - Slice or chop a spanish onion. Cut zucchini into bite size pieces. Sautee in olive oil with a little butter* until onions are lightly carmelized. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with fresh ground pepper, salt, and fresh grated parmesan. Another way we like it is a foil pack cooked on the grill - Cut zucchini into bite size pieces. Add desired amount of chopped onion and a handful or more of baby carrots (or carrot coins). Toss vegetables with olive oil and spread evenly onto tin foil. Add a pat or two of butter* if desired along with fresh chopped herbs (chives, parsley, or rosemary), salt or pepper as desired. Fold foil into packet then pop onto the grill. Easiest way we like zucchini is to cut in half, lightly brush with olive oil and grill cut side down.

* I use just enough to give the extra flavour.

BTW, my neighbour said he loves zucchini so he might be in for a big surprise :)