From Mello’s Farm, Rehoboth, MA

Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Cream together

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1/2 cup sour milk (1 tsp. vinegar plus enough mile to make 1/2 cup)

Grate:

  • 2 cups zucchini (about 1 lb.)
  • 2 1/2 cups flour
  • 4 tbsp cocoa
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp cloves
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  1. Bake 40 minutes in 350° oven. When done, sprinkle 1/2 cup of chocolate chips on top and spread with a knife to make a topping.

Zucchini with Tomatoes

  • 2 medium Zucchini
  • 1/2 Onion (chopped)
  • 1-2 Stalks of celery (chopped)
  • 1-2 Garlic cloves (minced)
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • Parmesan cheese
  • 1 15 oz Can diced tomatoes
  • 1 Small can of tomato paste
  • 1/2 tsp Pasley
  • 1/2 tsp Basil
  • 1/2 tsp Oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
  1. Saute onion and celery in a large deep skillet until soft. Add zucchini and saute lightly. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, 2 tbsp. tomato paste, garlic and herbs. Stir to combine. Simmer on low heat for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

    NOTE: This can be served as a side dish or can be added to pasta to make a delicious entree.