Recipe: Zucchini Bisque (using chicken broth and white wine)

ZUCCHINI BISQUE

1 pound zucchini
2 cups rich chicken broth (or one 10 ounce can chicken consomme, undiluted)
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup Chablis or other white wine
2 tablespoons butter (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
Italian breadsticks (for serving)

Wash zucchini; cut off ends but do not pare; slice or dice. There will be about 4 cups of the vegetable.

Combine the zucchini in a saucepan with the broth and onion; cook 8 to 10 minutes or until zucchini is tender.

Mash vegetables or give them a whirl in the blender. Combine with wine, butter, and salt. Heat.

Serve with Italian breadsticks.

Makes about 1 quart
From: SueA, CA