Zucchini Bisque Recipe

Zucchini Bisque Recipe
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Looking for a different way to serve a bounty of zucchini? Try this soup sent in by Germaine Stank of Pound, Wisconsin. A food processor hurries along preparation of the thick-full-flavored blend that's accented by just a hint of nutmeg.

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  • 6 Servings
  • Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Ingredients

  • 4 medium zucchini, shredded
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup butter, cubed
  • 2-1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Sour cream and additional nutmeg, optional

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.
  • Transfer to a food processor; cover and process on low until smooth. Return to the pan. Stir in the cream, salt, basil, pepper and nutmeg. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Garnish with sour cream and additional nutmeg if desired. Yield: 6 servings.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 cup) equals 306 calories, 30 g fat (19 g saturated fat), 95 mg cholesterol, 857 mg sodium, 8 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 4 g protein.

Zucchini Bisque published in Quick Cooking July/August 2005, p17

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Reviewed on Oct. 16, 2009 by murrell006

I used some frozen shredded zucchini from the freezer and added 1% milk instead of the heavy whipping cream to help with calories. It was great. Would definitely make again.

Reviewed on Aug. 04, 2009 by cafritz

A dollop of sour cream and I'm in Heaven when I eat this soup.

Reviewed on Jan. 05, 2009 by maggie2375

I checked a cookbook and 1 med. zucchini gives you about 2 cups. If you have a food processor, shred the zucchini that way. You're done in a few minutes.

Reviewed on Jan. 05, 2009 by maggie2375

This is a great soup. Simple to make. I like to serve it with croutons or some warm bread or rolls on the side.

Reviewed on Sep. 27, 2008 by chanelb

One of the last times I made this recipe I was in the mood for a little eastern flair. So I added a little Curry Powder to taste, and my husband raved about. No leftovers

Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2008 by robynrenaemiller

Approximately how many cups of shredded zucchini does 4 medium zucchini provide?

Reviewed on Aug. 07, 2008 by castillopuppy

I am new so hope it is ok just 2 jump in but think this recipe sounds so good--I love zucchini--This year I tried something a little different(for me)-We dont have room to grow cukes in our garden & the price of the Kirby variety has been so pricey so I put on my thinking cap & made zucchini pickles--used my recipe for regular lime B&B pickles and they turned out great--I did use small , tender squash & didnt peel them--Hope to make a few more later--Thanks for a great soup recipe--

Reviewed on Aug. 07, 2008 by maggie2375

I have made this soup many times. I have even gave my sister the recipe. It's creamy and just delicious. Very easy to make especially is you have a lot of zucchini.

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