Humans have been making and consuming bread for tens of thousands of years, but if you take a walk through your local supermarket you will see that there has been a war of sorts cast against a very important part of bread: gluten. It seems that everywhere you look in the grocery store you will see the label “gluten-free,” it’s slapped on the packages of everything from baked goods to vegetables and salsas.

Zucchini was first brought to the United States in the 1920 by Italian immigrants, and is today one of the most widely-sold and utilized vegetables on the market. It’s a delicious and incredibly versatile vegetable, with numerous ways to enjoy its mild, earthy flavor.

Whether you enjoy it with cinnamon and sugar, fresh fruit or hot cherries, rice pudding is always a great idea.