Cream of Zucchini Soup

Ingredients

• 2 cups Onions, Chopped
• 2 Tablespoons Butter
• 3-¾ cups Zucchini, Coarsely Chopped
• 3 cups Chicken Broth
• ⅛ teaspoons Pepper
• ⅛ teaspoons Nutmeg
• ⅛ teaspoons Salt
• 2 dashes Cayenne Pepper
• ½ cups Half-and-Half Cream
• 1 cup Grated Cheddar Cheese

Preparation Instructions

Cook onion in butter in a large pan over medium-low heat until soft and transparent, but not browned. Wash and chop zucchini. Add to the onion along with chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Simmer for 15 minutes or until zucchini is tender. Add seasonings.

Puree mixture in blender until smooth. (I like to use a hand blender. Less mess!) Add cream; adjust seasonings to taste. Reheat but do not boil. Serve hot, garnished with grated cheddar cheese.