Zucchini Soup

Ingredients:
1 1/2 Lbs Zucchini
3 Tbsp Butter
1 Small Onion Chopped (White)
6 Cups Chicken Stock
1/4 Cup Rice
3/4 Tsp Salt
1/4 Tsp Pepper

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Instructions and Notes:
1. Cut off ends of zucchini and shred.

2. Melt butter over low heat.

3. Add onion and cook 2 to 3 minutes until softened.

4. Add zucchini and thyme and raise heat to medium.

5. Add chicken stock and rice, then bring to a boil.

6. Once at a boil, reduce to low and maintain a steady simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until zucchini is very tender, about 15 minutes.

7. Working in batches if necessary, whirl soup in a blender or food processor until very smooth (at least 1 minute per batch).

8. Return pureed soup to pot. Add salt and pepper, if you like, to taste.