Zucchini Soup with Crème Fraîche

By BobD

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
• 1 3/4 pounds medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise and cut crosswise 1/2 inch thick
• 3 cups vegetable stock
• Salt and freshly ground pepper
• 3 tablespoons crème fraîche
• Sherry vinegar, for drizzling

Preparation

Step 1

In a saucepan, heat the oil. Add the onions and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the zucchini and cook, stirring, until sizzling, about 2 minutes. Add the vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Simmer over moderate heat until the zucchini is tender, about 10 minutes.

Working in batches, puree the soup in a blender. Rewarm the soup in the saucepan, season with salt and pepper and whisk in the crème fraîche. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a little sherry vinegar.