Zucchini, pineapple and cranberry bread
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Servings : Makes 2 breads (molds 9 x 5 x 2 1 / 2 inches (21 x 11 x 6 cm))
Ingredients:
- 3 eggs
- ¾ cup safflower or canola oil
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 cups (about 2-3) zucchinis, grated finely
- 1 can (540 ml) pineapple slices, unsweetened, drained
- 3 cups flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¾ tsp nutmeg
- ½ cup dried cranberries or raisins
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Preparation:
1. In a large bowl, combine oil, eggs, brown sugar and vanilla. Chop the pineapple. Stir in zucchini and pineapple.
2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, nutmeg and salt. Stir the mixture with oil. Stir in cranberries and nuts.
3. Pour batter into 2 loaf pans greased and floured 9 x 5 x 2 1 / 2 inches (21 x 11 x 6 cm).
4. Bake at 350 degrees F (180 C) until they are golden and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, about 50 to 60 minutes.
5. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Remove from pans and cool completely on wire rack.
Published at February 27, 2011 18:56