SUMMER SQUASH SOUP WITH BASIL

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/4 pounds zucchini, crookneck or pattypan squash, roughly chopped
1 large onion, chopped
6 cups Summer Vegetable Stock
1/2 cup julienned basil
1 1/2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 1/2 tablespoons flour
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Juice of 1 lemon
Sour cream or plain yogurt as an accompaniment

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan or stockpot, add zucchini and onion. Saute for 5 minutes or until onions are translucent and zucchini is crisp tender. Then add stock, bring to a boil, reduce heat and partially cover and cook for 25 minutes. Add basil during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Mix the butter and flour together into a paste. Remove 1 cup of simmering stock and whisk in butter mixture until smooth. Add back into soup, stir until thickened. Remove soup from heat to a blender and puree until smooth. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Add lemon juice and serve with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt.

Fahim Jaan Fahim
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This soup is a great addition to any summer party or potluck.


Ugesh Mandal
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Hazel Gilley
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I'm not a big fan of basil, but I still enjoyed this soup. The squash and broth were very flavorful.


Jibran Ali
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover summer squash.


Scott Marvel
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I'm always looking for new and healthy recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's packed with vegetables and flavor.


Faheem Bugti
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This soup is so versatile. I've served it as a starter, a main course, and even a dessert.


Akaho Dodzidenu Worlanyo
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I love the addition of basil in this soup. It really gives it a fresh, summery flavor.


Zoey Bevis
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This soup is a great way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Dikshya Thapa Chhetri
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but this soup was surprisingly good. I would definitely make it again.


Nyla Dad
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This soup is so easy to make, even a beginner cook can do it.


Jesus Garcia Ortiz
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This soup is a great way to use up summer squash. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


pizzaface_8
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I'm always looking for new and interesting soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and I will definitely be making it again.


Ngene Princess
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This soup is so creamy and comforting. It's perfect for a cold winter day.


Frank Loya
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I love how this soup is packed with vegetables. It's a great way to get my daily dose of nutrients.


Kevan Smit
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This soup is so versatile. I've served it hot, cold, and even as a dip. It's always delicious.


Rimon Rana
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Faizan nasir Nasir
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Sjkckfk
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This soup is perfect for a light and healthy summer meal. It's also very easy to make, which is a bonus.


Banine Mouazzen
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I'm not usually a fan of squash, but this soup changed my mind. It was so delicious and flavorful, I couldn't get enough of it.


ISSAK ALI
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This soup was a hit with my family! It was creamy, flavorful, and had a beautiful color. I especially loved the addition of basil, which gave it a fresh, summery taste.