Zucchini Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 large zucchini, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1/4 cup of heavy cream
• Croutons, for garnish
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened.
2. Add in the chopped zucchini and continue to cook for another 5 minutes.
3. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat and add in the dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Let it simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Using an immersion blender or transfering to a blender, blend the soup until smooth.
6. Return the soup to the pot, add in the heavy cream and stir well.
7. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
8. Serve hot, garnished with croutons and fresh parsley.