First Pick

The first fruit of my labour arrived today. The super zucchini plant has been in full bloom for a couple of weeks and the little green tubes of tastiness had begun to emerge. A couple buds had been attacked by little beaks and tiny claws so I lost a few casualties.

But then I saw one - a green, lean, shiny tube. Under the fan-like leaves it grew...and grew...and finally I picked it! This one is going to be chopped up and served with red peppers. I will put in a tinfoil package with olive oil and some of our fresh herbs and - ta da! - zucchini for dinner. YUMMY!