Scallion Chive Soup

Directions

1. 1
   In a saucepan cook zucchini, shallots, and garlic in oil and butter over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until shallots are tender, about 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Add scallions and all but 2 tablespoons chives and cook, stirring, until scallions are softened, about 2 minutes.
3. 3
   Stir in broth and water and simmer 2 minutes.
4. 4
   In a blender puree mixture (use caution when blending hot liquids).
5. 5
   Pour soup through a fine sieve into cleaned pan, pressing hard on solids and discarding them.
6. 6
   Heat soup over moderate heat, stirring, until hot and season with salt and pepper.
7. 7
   Stir in remaining 2 tablespoons chives.
8. 8
   Serve soup with Parmesan puffs.