Zucchini-Pear Soup Recipe

Name: Zucchini-Pear Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter or extra virgin olive oil, or a combination; 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced; 1 medium onion, peeled and diced; 1 medium potato, preferably high-starch (''russet'' or ''baking''), peeled and diced; 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, or a pinch of dried thyme; Salt and black pepper; 4 medium zucchini, trimmed and diced; 2 medium ripe (but still firm) pears, peeled, cored and diced; 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock, or use water; Mint leaves for garnish

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons butter or extra virgin olive oil, or a combination
1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
1 medium onion, peeled and diced
1 medium potato, preferably high-starch (''russet'' or ''baking''), peeled and diced
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, or a pinch of dried thyme
Salt and black pepper
4 medium zucchini, trimmed and diced
2 medium ripe (but still firm) pears, peeled, cored and diced
4 cups chicken or vegetable stock, or use water
Mint leaves for garnish

1
Put butter, oil or combination in a large skillet over medium heat; when butter melts or oil is hot, cook carrot, onion, potato and thyme with a healthy sprinkling of salt and pepper.
2
Stir occasionally, adjusting heat so vegetables do not brown.
3
When onion is softened, about 5 minutes, add zucchini and continue to cook until everything is tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
4
Add pear and cook until it has softened, about 5 minutes more.
5
Add liquid and bring to a boil; taste and adjust seasoning.
6
Cool mixture, then puree.
7
Serve cold or reheat and serve hot, garnished with mint, if desired.

541

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons butter or extra virgin olive oil, or a combination, 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced, 1 medium onion, peeled and diced, 1 medium potato, preferably high-starch (''russet'' or ''baking''), peeled and diced, and more.

Yes, Zucchini-Pear Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Zucchini-Pear Soup

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