"The Quick and Easy Zany Zucchini Loaf"

The first recipe of the year is what I like to call "The Quick and Easy Zany Zucchini Loaf." It is a delicious loaf that is simple enough for anyone to make. The zucchini moistens the loaf and the walnuts add a nice crunch to the overall texture. Flavorwise, it isn't too sweet but it will still taste excellent even if you have a sweet tooth. Other ingredients that could be incorporated into this recipe are chocolate chips, pecans, or even some dried fruit. I would highly recommend trying this recipe; I know I will be making it many more times.

The following is the recipe and method to making this loaf.

Ingredients:
1 1/4 flour
3/4 cups sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp cinnamon
3/4 cups walnuts
2 eggs
1/2 cup oil
1 tsp vanilla
1 cup zucchini

Method:
1) Preheat the oven to 180 degrees celcius
2) Lightly spray 4 small loaf pans (or one large one)
3) In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, baking soda and cinnamon
4) Add walnuts
5) In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs, oil, and vanilla
6) Stir the zucchini into the egg mixture, then fold into the dry mixture until just combined
7) Place batter in the pans
8) Bake in oven for 35-40 minutes (or until toothpick comes out clean)
9) Let cool for at least 30 minutes
10) Enjoy!

Finished Product