Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 c. sugar
  • 2 tsp. vanilla (optional)
  • 1 c. vegetable oil
  • 2 c. grated zucchini
  • 1 c. crushed pineapple, drained
  • 3 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. allspice
  • 3 c. nuts, raisins, chopped dates and candied cherries

Method

  • Beat eggs until fluffy.
  • Add sugar, a little at a time.
  • Add vanilla, oil, zucchini and pineapple, a little at a time.
  • Mix together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and allspice.
  • Add to zucchini mixture, a little at a time.
  • Stir in mixture of fruit and nuts.
  • Pour into 2 greased, floured loaf pans.
  • Bake at 350° for 1 hour, or until done.
  • Test with a toothpick; bake longer, if necessary.
  • Let set on rack for 10 minutes before removing from pans.
  • Cool thoroughly.
  • Loaves can be wrapped and frozen for weeks.