Quick and Creamy Zucchini Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 4 cups diced zucchini
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the vegetable broth and zucchini and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Remove from the heat and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
6. Puree the soup with an immersion blender until smooth.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Zucchini is a type of summer squash.
• Zucchini is a great source of vitamin C, potassium, and magnesium.
• Zucchini is low in calories and fat.