**Zucchini Pie (Mock Apple Pie)**
Zucchini pie is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's also a great way to use up extra zucchini from your garden. This mock apple pie is made with a flaky crust and a sweet and tangy zucchini filling. The zucchini is grated and then mixed with sugar, spices, and lemon juice. The filling is then poured into the crust and baked until golden brown. This pie is a perfect dessert for a summer gathering or a potluck dinner.
In addition to the classic zucchini pie recipe, this article also includes several variations. For a sweeter pie, try adding a cup of chopped apples to the filling. For a more savory pie, add a cup of chopped bacon or ham. You can also add a cup of shredded cheese to the filling for a cheesy zucchini pie.
No matter how you choose to make it, zucchini pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. So grab a zucchini and get baking!
ZUCCHINI PIE "MOCK APPLE PIE"
If you never told a soul they would think that you were serving them real apple pie, instead of zucchini pie.... it's that good
Provided by Serena 485247
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 2 pies, 14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- pre heat oven to 400 degrees.
- cook zucchini until tender, drain water well add in salt and lemon juice.
- Add all dry ingredients together mix well. (I added a pinch or two of brown sugar also).
- take and add drained zucchini to the dry ingredients mix well, will be runny but that's ok it will set up.
- Dump filling in 2 9 inch unbaked pie crusts and dot with butter on top add the top pie crust and seal edges make vent holes on top.
- Put into oven at 400 degrees for 40 minutes or until golden brown.
MOCK APPLE PIE (ZUCCHINI)
Steps:
- Let stand while preparing crust. Add: 1 Tablespoon vinegar 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup sugar + cinnamon Dot with butter. Cover with top crust and bake 375° for 1 1/2 hour. Might spill over in oven.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe zucchini.
- Be sure to grate the zucchini finely so that it blends well with the other ingredients.
- If you don't have a grater, you can use a food processor to shred the zucchini.
- Don't overmix the batter, or the pie will be tough.
- Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Let the pie cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
Zucchini pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for summer. It is a great way to use up zucchini from your garden, and it is also a healthier alternative to traditional apple pie. With its light and fluffy texture, and its sweet and tangy flavor, zucchini pie is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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