Savory Zucchini and Cheddar Cheese Bread

Ingredients:

• • 2 eggs
  • 80 ml milk

• • 80 ml olive oil
  • 300 g flour (all-purpose)
  • 120 g cheddar cheese (grated)

• • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 200 g zucchini (grated)
  • Olive oil (for greasing the pan)

Steps:

1. Prepare the Zucchini:

• Start by washing and grating the zucchini. Once grated, place the zucchini in a colander and sprinkle a little salt over it. This helps draw out excess water from the zucchini.
• Let it sit for about 10 minutes, then squeeze the zucchini with your hands or use a clean cloth to remove as much moisture as possible. This step ensures your bread doesn’t turn out soggy.

2. Mix the Wet Ingredients:

• • In a large mixing bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them lightly.

• Add the milk and olive oil to the eggs and whisk together until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.

3. Mix the Dry Ingredients:

• • In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. Stir until well-mixed.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring continuously until a thick, smooth batter forms.

4. Add the Cheese and Zucchini:

• Once your batter is smooth, fold in the grated cheddar cheese and the grated, squeezed zucchini.
• Stir the mixture until the zucchini and cheese are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

5. Prepare the Baking Pan:

• • Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Grease a loaf pan with olive oil, or you can line it with parchment paper for easier removal after baking.

6. Bake the Bread:

• Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
• Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60–70 minutes. The bread should develop a golden-brown crust, and a toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.

7. Cool and Serve:

• • Once the bread is baked, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10–15 minutes. Afterward, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

• Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy it on its own, or pair it with butter, cream cheese, or a savory spread.

Nutritional Facts (Per Slice – Approximate, depending on the serving size):

• • Calories: 220
  • Protein: 8g

• • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fats: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g

• Calcium: 12% of daily value
• Iron: 6% of daily value