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Susan D.
July 16, 2023
I just got an email today that Kristen is leaving, and I have enjoyed all her demo/vodeos... especially when she like all of us had to move to making do from home during the pandemic. Best adventures to whatever is up next for you Kristen...You make the simplest of dishes sound so amazing!
So upon reading the note I saw this recipe (which I'd never come across before). My friend had taught me to make zucchini this way after she had lived in Italy for a number of months.
I loved its simplicity and ease of being able to modify it, especially once I couldn't eat onlons or garlic anymore. I've always used it as a side dish and never thought of it as a "butter"... but I could see the appeal to place it on a slice of toast. Especially since my British mother placed canned beans and spaghetti on toast for me as a child. Not sure I can refer to it as Zucchini Butter, but I do love it as a change of pace. So many options with this recipe.
So upon reading the note I saw this recipe (which I'd never come across before). My friend had taught me to make zucchini this way after she had lived in Italy for a number of months.
I loved its simplicity and ease of being able to modify it, especially once I couldn't eat onlons or garlic anymore. I've always used it as a side dish and never thought of it as a "butter"... but I could see the appeal to place it on a slice of toast. Especially since my British mother placed canned beans and spaghetti on toast for me as a child. Not sure I can refer to it as Zucchini Butter, but I do love it as a change of pace. So many options with this recipe.
pamelalee
August 18, 2016
This is delicious! I can’t believe I’ve been carrying on to my husband about this simple recipe for two days now. I used shallots, 1 Tbs. butter and the rest olive oil, and served it over pasta with fresh cherry tomatoes and parmesan cheese.
Cheri M.
September 7, 2015
Zucchini butter on zucchini bread the idea is crazy! These vegatables are taking over the world, but they are good for you. Sounds amazing
Lily C.
August 13, 2014
Just made this, delicious by itself, but even better when made into pesto! Blend it together to make it smoother with plenty of basil, some nutritional yeast (or cheese) and some pine nuts, and it's a gorgeous vegan pesto.
Carolyn C.
June 22, 2014
Thanks for the reminder about this! Loved it last year but had forgotten about it.
Turbeville G.
September 27, 2013
Any tips on how to reheat? I want to make it ahead of time and spread it on baked chicken.
dymnyno
August 14, 2013
Fresh is always best! Given the abundance of zucchini why would you want to preserve it?
Magdalene
August 13, 2013
Has anyone tried canning this?
I am just about to make zucchini relish and can it, and would like to try this insetad.
I am just about to make zucchini relish and can it, and would like to try this insetad.
Betsey W.
August 10, 2013
This is really delicious! I also added smoked sea salt to it with fantastic results.
Cynthia M.
August 10, 2013
Does anybody know if you can freeze this successfully?
Elizabeth
August 18, 2013
Hi there! I've been looking around and this website says it freezes for up to a year: http://www.mrswages.com/page/Zucchini_Butter.aspx?nt=619.
I'm going to put it in jars and put it next to my freezer jam!
I'm going to put it in jars and put it next to my freezer jam!
Joyce P.
August 7, 2013
This is so good! I've been telling many people about it and is always a hit!
Joyce P.
Joyce P.
SusanR
July 31, 2013
Okay, there is one issue with this recipe. My husband wants to eat it by the bucket! Seriously delicious and simple. Thanks!
Kathryn L.
July 30, 2013
Discovered how great this recipe tastes the year we were inundated with giant zucs although never called it zucchini butter before. Thanks for reminding me of just how much I loved it!
alene C.
July 26, 2013
there's not a time of day that i can't eat zucchini butter. it hits whatever spot i need
Chrisp
July 25, 2013
I use this mush to make a tasty omelette when I don't have time to make a "real dinner".
A T.
July 25, 2013
This looks amazing. This is definitely going to be on the menu for the next dinner party, or drinks night! Can't wait to try it.
skooj
July 25, 2013
Just finished making this and it is delicious. I recommend letting it scorch a bit on the bottom. Those browned bits make it taste all the better.
lazychef
July 25, 2013
Love this, just like my mom made zucchini. Made it last night for dinner, mixed in some toasted pine nuts and ate on toast topped with a fried egg. Amazing.
The M.
July 25, 2013
Yes! Cooked this up last night and served with my Hudson Valley pork chop and Peruvian Purples freshly dug up from my garden.
Life-altering...finally something to do with the actual squash instead of just frying up the blossoms then muderizing the annoyingly prolific plant! http://themuddykitchen.com/duxelle-stuffed-fried-squash-blossoms/
Life-altering...finally something to do with the actual squash instead of just frying up the blossoms then muderizing the annoyingly prolific plant! http://themuddykitchen.com/duxelle-stuffed-fried-squash-blossoms/
inpatskitchen
July 25, 2013
Many thanks to Jennie Cook for this wonderful recipe! I've been making it every summer (and sometimes even during the winter when I crave a taste of summer) And to Kristen for featuring it here!
Zo W.
July 24, 2013
Added some Garam Masala, egg white, made patties, with homemade ketchup, yes! Thx for the recipe.
alice F.
July 24, 2013
My recipe is a little different. Grate zucchini and put in colander (salting between layers) Let sit for 1/2 hr and squeeze out water. Saute shallots in butter till soft and add zucchini Cook till semi-soft and add a "dollop" of heavy cream and salt and pepper. (taste before salting) Definitely one of my favorites.
Brian I.
July 24, 2013
That looks like a great use for all the squash we're seeing. Another is out of Cook's Illustrated 'Best International Recipe', their Zucchini and Tomato Tian with Caramelized Onions - and it gets topped with melted Gruyere! But I'll be happy to try out Zucchini Butter with my next batch.
Stephanie V.
July 24, 2013
i am still holding on to the squash that I picked up from the farm last week, so this email was as timely as it could be! I am curious to know how long the butter will last, and how it is best to be stored...
Kristen M.
July 24, 2013
Keep it in a sealed container in the refrigerator -- The Kitchn says it can be stored for about a month, but I have to confess it's been long gone before that
for me. I think freezing would work well too.
for me. I think freezing would work well too.
Evelyn B.
July 24, 2013
This, I've found, is the best way to use those overgrown zucchinis that hide under leaves for a day and balloon to baseball bats. Always tender, and so friendly to whichever herb I pick from the garden. I thought I had devised this recipe years ago in Australia -- but I don't mind sharing it!!!!!!LOL
The M.
July 24, 2013
With my garden overflowing with yellow zeppelins and my recipe book plum-emptied out of junk to do with squash, I'm slogging out there right now with clippers and my trusty basket.
Making "Costata Romanesco butter" this afternoon!
I'll let you know how it goes!
Making "Costata Romanesco butter" this afternoon!
I'll let you know how it goes!
crabby Q.
July 24, 2013
I throw grated zucchini into so many things for a fresh summery taste. It is especially nice with a mild white cheese such as feta, goat or ricotta.
savorthis
July 24, 2013
It figures that this year I am not growing zucchini....looks great. I do mix shredded, browned zucchini into eggs quite a lot but have not eaten on toast as is.
Savorykitchen
July 24, 2013
Meant to add - makes a delicious omelette filling, pasta sauce (thinned out with a little pasta water) and sandwich spread.
christocc
July 24, 2013
Wow...I'm making a bunch this weekend. How long will it last sealed and in the fridge?
dymnyno
July 24, 2013
I'm not sure about giving any one person credit for this "genius" recipe. I am positive that I am not the only person who has made this exact recipe (for years!).Also great with some parmesan cheese mixed in or feta for a real tangy mess of zucchini .
Kukla
July 24, 2013
I completely agree with dymnyno; this recipe was in our family since I can remember. We always finish it with a good sprinkle of lemon juice, a drizzle of olive oil, chopped green tops of a few scallions or chives and about a tablespoon of fresh herbs and my husband likes to mix in a good amount of finely chopped jalapeño pepper.
boulangere
July 24, 2013
I can only echo the above - I've been making this ever since I planted a few too many of too many summer squashes in my first vegetable garden many years ago....and I thought I'd invented it! Either I'm not a clever as I thought, or I've excellent company. Or both. I often add Parmesan to mine, also, Mary, and Feta sounds even better. Thank you!
boulangere
July 24, 2013
Mary, I think the next iteration will be to mix in some goat cheese while still warm, so it melts, along with come chives once it has cooled.
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