One pound of zucchini will yield approximately one cup of zucchini butter.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. zucchini
• ⅛ cup butter or olive oil
• 1 minced shallot or garlic (or a combination of both)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional: mint, red onion, thyme, Pecorino Romano cheese

Directions:

1. Coarsely grate zucchini. Let drain in a colander for five minutes.
2. Squeeze water out of drained zucchini using a clean, cloth towel.
3. Heat butter/olive oil in skillet. Sauté the shallot or garlic briefly.
4. Add zucchini, as well as salt, pepper and optional additions.
5. Mix. Cook over medium-high heat and continue to stir periodically for 10 to 15 minutes until zucchini cooks down into a spreadable consistency.