These zucchini-based cookies are great as a healthy snack. The kids will love finding a few in their lunchbox.

Zucchini Drop Cookies

1 cup grated zucchini
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 large egg, beaten
2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped nuts
1 cup raisins

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking sheet and set aside.
2. In a bowl combine zucchini with sugar and butter. Add beaten egg. Beat till thoroughly combined.
3. Sift flour, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and salt. Add to the creamed mixture.
4. Stir in nuts and raisins.
5. Drop by rounded teaspoons 2 inches apart onto baking sheet.
6. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes.
7. Transfer to wire racks to cool.

Makes 24 cookies.