Cold Zucchini and Fresh Basil Soup

Ingredients

6 cups thinly sliced, scrubbed zucchini
4 cups chicken broth, preferably homemade
One-half cup torn fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon salt and white pepper, or to taste
Sour cream, for garnish

Instructions

Put the zucchini, broth and basil in a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, then simmer, uncovered, about 15 minutes. Cool before transferring in batches to a processor or blender; puree until smooth. Taste for seasoning. Refrigerate several hours or several days. Stir well before ladling into bowls. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and basil leaf garnish.

Makes 6 servings