Country Style Zucchini Soup
6 servings 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 clove garlic, chopped 3 medium-size potatoes 1 onion, sliced 2 stalks celery 2 tablespoons fresh parsley 1 teaspoon oregano 6 cups beef stock 1 large tomato 1 lb zucchini 2 teaspoons salt 6 teaspoons Parmesan cheese, grated
Peel and cut potatoes into 1/2 inch cubes. Cut celery into 1/2 inch pieces. Core, blanch, peel and cut tomatoes into 1/2 inch chunks. Cut zucchini into 1/4 inch slices.
In a large saucepan, heat oil and brown garlic. Discard garlic. Add potatoes, stir to coat , and cook for about 5 minutes.
Add onion, celery, parsley, and oregano, and cook until onions are softened.
Add stock, tomatoes, zucchini, and salt and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer until zucchini is tender.
Pour soup into individual bowls and sprinkle freshly ground pepper and 1 teaspoon Parmesan cheese over each serving.
Serve hot. Makes 6 servings.
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