Zucchini basil soup

Ingredients

• 4 pcs Zucchini, cleaned, chopped
• 590 ml Home made vegetable stock
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 pcs Onion, diced
• 2 clove Garlic, chopped
• 60 ml Basil, fresh, chopped
• 2 tbsp Cashew nuts, halves, soaked in water for 12 hours

Method

1. Trim the zucchinis and chop coarsely.
2. Heat olive oil in a saucepot over medium heat.
3. Add onions and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
5. Add zucchinis and cook for 5 minutes stirring occasionally.
6. Add the vegetable broth and simmer until the zucchini is tender, for 12-15 minutes.
7. Transfer the mixture to a food blender and blend until smooth.
8. Add the basil, and cashews and blend until creamy and smooth.
9. Return the soup to a saucepot and adjust seasonings if desired.
10. Reheat the soup and serve.