QUICK CREAM OF ZUCCHINI SOUP

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Because this soup is very easy to prepare, I reach for it often in the summer when I'm busy playing volleyball and baseball. It's also a great way to use up excess zucchini.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups sliced zucchini
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups chicken broth
3/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups milk
Paprika and additional zucchini, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute zucchini, onion and carrot in butter until crisp-tender. Add the broth, tarragon, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Cool slightly., Transfer to a blender. Cover and process until pureed; return to pan. Add milk; heat through. Garnish with paprika and zucchini if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 857mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Ann Agyemang
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This soup was delicious! I will definitely be making it again.


Sydney Cross
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Iduwara Wishmitha
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Akram hossain Sarwar
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This was a great way to use up some extra zucchini from my garden. The soup was very easy to make and it turned out delicious.


rana asesina
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I'm not a huge fan of zucchini, but this soup was surprisingly good! It was very creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Asmat alsman
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This soup was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Md rakib Free
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Lou Perez
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This was a great recipe! The soup was very creamy and flavorful. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect meal.


Vickie Senn
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I usually add a little bit of extra Parmesan cheese on top before serving.


ThatGrl Bibi
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This soup was delicious! It was very easy to make and it tasted even better the next day.


Chendra Bista
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I made this soup for my family and they loved it! It was so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Beryl Mee
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This was a great recipe! The soup was very easy to make and it turned out delicious. I served it with a side of grilled cheese sandwiches and it was the perfect meal.


Anopa Kache
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This soup was amazing! I had never had cream of zucchini soup before, but I'm so glad I tried it. It was so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Elvis Mabika
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually add a little bit of diced ham or bacon for extra flavor.


jesse miller
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I made this soup last night and it was a big hit with my family. The zucchini and potato were cooked perfectly and the soup was very creamy. I added a little extra garlic and pepper to taste. Will definitely be making this again!


pubj Hunter
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This soup was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect meal for a cold night.


Daniel Bowman
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This zucchini soup was a hit! It was so creamy and flavorful, and the touch of Parmesan cheese added a nice richness. I also loved the pop of color from the fresh basil. Will definitely be making this again soon.