How to Manage an Onslaught of Zucchini and Still Enjoy It!

In this episode, we take you into the garden of the mighty Zucchini.  From its origins – it’s more interesting than you might think, why they were vital during WWII, to creating a mock apple pie with, yes, zucchini! 

There’s so much of it in the garden during the summer growing months that knowing what to do with Zucchini might include abandoning it on a neighbor’s porch – there’s a specific day for that, too. 

Oh, and don’t forget to listen to the end when you’ll hear how a zucchini helped put a criminal behind bars!  For real.

This isn’t your average food podcast. It’s a blend of historical trivia – great fodder for picnic conversation starters -  personal zucchini tales, and yes, a few culinary.

Unlike most food shows that serve up recipes, Family Tree, Food & Stories celebrates the history, stories, and what and how of the weird and wild origins and history of the foods we share with family and friends. 

Nancy & Sylvia guarantee that this show will help you solve that pervasive

What you’ll learn:

• Zucchini’s Fascinating Past: The fancy ones we know today didn’t originate in the US.
• Is it a fruit or a vegetable? The answer and why behind it
• Creative ways to use zucchini:  and what to do with your surplus zucchini
• How to get rid of the critters eating your zucchini:  Dad style!

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About Your Award-Winning Hosts: Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely are the powerhouse team behind Family Tree, Food & Stories, a member of The Food Stories Media Network, which celebrates the rich traditions and connections everyone has around food, friends, and family meals. Nancy, an award-winning business leader, author, and podcaster, and Sylvia, a visionary author, lawyer, and former CEO, combine their expertise to bring captivating stories rooted in history, heritage, and food. Together, they weave stories that blend history, tradition, and the love of food, where generations connect and share intriguing mealtime stories and kitchen foibles.

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