Zucchini Bacon Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Brown and chop bacon.
2. 2
   Lightly brown onion and garlic in 1 tablespoon of bacon fat.
3. 3
   Then add remaining ingredients.
4. 4
   Heat to boiling.
5. 5
   Reduce heat and simmer until zucchini is tender (about 15 min).
6. 6
   Put 2 cups at a time of this mixture in a blender.
7. 7
   NOTE: Bacon can be pureed with rest of ingredients or crumbled over top when served.
8. 8
   Blend at high speed until pureed (Looks like somewhat like split pea soup).
9. 9
   Reheat and serve with optional cheese, parsley, chives on top.