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Classic Zucchini Soup

Classic Zucchini Soup, finished Bubby's family recipe
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Classic Zucchini Soup, finished Bubby's family recipe

Classic Zucchini Soup

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A smooth, simple zucchini soup with onion, celery, and potato for body.
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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large zucchini, cut into chunks
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 medium potato, peeled and cubed
  • 2 Tbsp oil, for sauteing
  • 5 cups (1.2 L) water – researched standardization because the family card did not record an amount
  • 5 tsp chicken soup mix or consommé – researched standardization because the family card did not record an amount
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat the oil in a soup pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the zucchini, onion, celery, and potato. Saute for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
  3. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
  4. Add the water and bring to a boil.
  5. Lower the heat, cover partially, and simmer for about 25-35 minutes, until the potato and zucchini are completely soft.
  6. Blend until smooth with an immersion blender.
  7. Stir in the chicken soup mix. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  8. If the soup is thicker than you like, add a little additional hot water.

Notes

Recipe #212
Yield: About 6-8 servings
Category: Soups
Helpful Notes
  • The potato gives this soup body without flour or cream.
  • Blend until completely smooth for the classic texture.
Storage
Cool leftovers promptly, refrigerate in covered containers, and reheat soups until steaming hot throughout.

Useful equipment options

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Cuisinart MultiClad Pro 8-quart stockpot with cover MCP66-24N — Amazon (paid link)
A roomy soup-pot option for simmering the zucchini, potato and broth.

OXO Good Grips swivel peeler — Amazon (paid link)
For peeling the potato before cubing it.

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