Recipe
Cold Zucchini And Fresh Basil Soup
Ingredients
- 6 cups thinly sliced, scrubbed zucchini
- 4 cups chicken broth, preferably homemade
- One-half cup torn fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt and white pepper, or to taste
- Sour cream, for garnish
Directions
- Put the zucchini, broth and basil in a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, then simmer, uncovered, about 15 minutes. Cool before transferring in batches to a processor or blender; puree until smooth. Taste for seasoning. Refrigerate several hours or several days. Stir well before ladling into bowls. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and basil leaf garnish.
Recipe Details
- Source: Cooking Section, August 2001
- Dish Type: Soups
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