Monday, December 09, 2013

Zucchini Bisque


Ingredients

  •          4 medium zucchini, shredded
  •         1 medium onion, chopped
  •         2 T butter
  •     2.5 c vegetable broth
  •          1/4 c half and half
  •          3/4 teaspoon salt
  •          1/2 teaspoon minced fresh basil
  •          1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • optional - pinch of nutmeg, pinch of cayenne pepper
       

Directions

    In a large saucepan, saute zucchini and onion in butter for 5-6 minutes or until tender. Stir in broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes. Cool slightly.
  
Use an immersion blender or transfer to a food processor / blender; cover and process on low until smooth. Return to the pan. Stir in the half and half, salt, basil, pepper, nutmeg, and cayenne. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.