Zucchini And Basil Soup

Total Time: 40 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients

• 1 large finely chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 3 large grated zucchini
• 1 large grated potato
• 500 ml chicken stock
• 1 cup water
• 300 ml cream
• 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup finely chopped basil leaves
• seasoning (optional)

Recipe

• 1 fry onion gently until transparent, taking care not to brown it. this should take about 5 minutes.
• 2 add vegetables, stock and water, and simmer for 10 minutes (taking care not to simmer any longer than this to avoid the soup becoming bitter).
• 3 add cheese,cream and basil and simmer a further 2 minutes. (at this stage you can blend the soup for smooth and creamy finish, but this is not necessary).
• 4 season with salt and pepper to taste if desired.
• 5 serve with a thick crusty bread.