STOVETOP ZUCCHINI

2 medium zucchini, cut into ¼ inch slices

2 tsp. olive oil

1 tsp. butter

3 garlic cloves, minced

¼ tsp. salt

¼ tsp. pepper

Place oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat and cook zucchini until they are tender. Add salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Remove after another minute and serve.

OVEN ZUCCHINI

2 medium zucchini, cut into ½ inch slices (they can also be quartered lengthwise, then halved crosswise for zucchini “fries”)

2 Tbs. melted butter

1 Tbs. minced fresh oregano, salt and pepper

Parmesan cheese for sprinkling

Coat the zucchini in melted butter and toss with oregano, salt and pepper. On a greased baking sheet, arrange a single layer of zucchini rounds and sprinkle generously with Parmesan cheese. Bake for 40 minutes at 350°F., or until golden.

GRILLED ZUCCHINI

6 small zucchini, halved long-wise

1 Tbs. oil

Drizzle zucchini halves with oil and grill covered on medium for 4 or 5 minutes. Flip ...