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zucchini bread

(3 ratings)
Recipe by
Amy H.
Detroit, MI

My Grandmother used to make this all the time when we were kids. Its delicious!

(3 ratings)
yield 8 -10
prep time 15 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Bake

Ingredients For zucchini bread

  • 1/3 c
    shortening
  • 1 c
    sugar
  • 2
    eggs
  • 1 c
    shredded zucchini
  • 1/3 c
    water
  • 1 1/2 c
    + 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp
    baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground cloves
  • 1/2 c
    chopped pecans

How To Make zucchini bread

  • 1
    Cream shortening at medium speed of an electric mixer; gradually add sugar, beating well. Add eggs, zucchini and water; mix thoroughly.
  • 2
    Combine flour, soda, baking powder, salt and spices; add to creamed mixture, stirring well. Stir in pecans.
  • 3
    Spoon batter into a greased and floured 8x14 inch loafpan. Bake at 350 for 50 minutes or until wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • 4
    Cool in pans 10 minutes; remove from pan and cool completely.
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