Zucchini Brownies

This is the first year that we've actually been able to grow zucchini in our garden.  Actually.....this is the first year we've been able to grow ANYTHING!!  We've learned a lot, and have been enjoying the fruits (or should I say vegetables) of our labors!!

I found this recipe for Zucchini Brownies last year {I think}, but have no idea where I got it from.  If it looks like yours, please let me know so I can give you proper credit!!

{Zucchini Brownies}

1 1/2 c. sugar
3/4 c. oil
2 tsp. vanilla
2 c. grated zucchini (you can peel the zucchini before you grate it...but I never do)
2 c. flour
1/3 c. cocoa
1 1/2 tsp soda
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. chopped nuts (optional)

Whisk sugar, oil, vanilla, and zucchini until blended.  Stir in remaining ingredients.  Spread into a greased 9"x13" pan.  Bake at 350 for 30-35 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.  Frost with chocolate frosting.

{Chocolate Frosting}

3 Tbsp. melted butter
2 Tbsp. cocoa
2 c. powdered sugar
2-3 Tbsp. milk
dash of salt
1 tsp. vanilla

Stir together butter and cocoa until smooth.  Beat in remaining ingredients, adding milk until it's the consistency you like (I usually add 1 1/2 tsp. more milk).