Zucchini Cheddar Quick Bread
Pair two slices of this bread with sliced turkey, avocado, romaine lettuce, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese and cranberry sauce to take to the park and enjoy a picnic.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups zucchini, grated
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 1 tablespoon vinegar, white or apple cider
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- Optional additions: jalapeños or 1-2 tablespoons of minced garlic
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 F and spray a 9-by-5-inch bread pan with cooking spray. Wrap grated zucchini in a paper towel or dishcloth and squeeze over a bowl until about one Tbsp. of the liquid is removed. Discard liquid. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a small bowl, combine milk and vinegar. Add in melted butter and egg to milk. Add wet mixture into dry mixture, being careful not to overmix. Add grated zucchini and cheese. Mix lightly until combined. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 1 hour. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes; then, transfer to a wire rack.
