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Zucchini-pecan Flaxseed Bread Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 1/4 c sliced pecans, toasted
  • 3 tbsps sliced pecans, toasted
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 c packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  •  Cooking spray
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 c shredded zucchini (about 2 medium zucchini)
  • 1/2 c ground flaxseed
  • 1 c vanilla low-fat yogurt
  • 1 1/2 c all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 3 tbsps canola oil
  • 1 c whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 c egg substitute
  • 3/4 c granulated sugar

Directions
  • Step #1 Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Step #2 Lightly spoon flours into dry measuring c; level with a knife.
  • Step #3 Combine flours, granulated sugar, & next 7 ingredients (through nutmeg) In a large-ish bowl, stirring well with a whisk.
  • Step #4 Spread zucchini onto several layers of heavy-duty paper towels; cover with extra paper towels.
  • Step #5 Press down firmly to remove excess liquid.
  • Step #6 Combine yogurt, & vanilla in a medium bowl, egg substitute, oil, stirring well with a whisk.
  • Step #7 Stir in zucchini.
  • Step #8 Add zucchini mixture & 1/4 c pecans to flour mixture, stirring until well mixd.
  • Step #9 Pour batter into a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan coated with cooking spray.
  • Step #10 Sprinkle top batter with 3 tbsps pecans.
  • Step #11 Bake at 350° for 1 hr or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Step #12 Cool in pan 10 mins on a wire rack.
  • Step #13 Remove bread from pan; place on wire rack.
  • Enjoy the Zucchini-Pecan Flaxseed Bread recipe

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