Zucchini Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Slice zucchini and cut into quarters.
2. 2
   Cook in 2-quart pot in 1 cup of broth.
3. 3
   Cook about 6 minutes or until crispy tender.
4. 4
   Add 3 tablespoons chopped scallion greens one more minute.
5. 5
   Drain broth back into remaining broth and set aside in small bowl.
6. 6
   Peel rest of zucchini and chop.
7. 7
   Chop rest of scallions and their tops. Simmer in butter until soft.
8. 8
   Add broth.
9. 9
   Add heaping tablespoonful of chopped pimento to reserved broth.
10. 10
    Add remaining pimento to pot mixture.
11. 11
    Cover and simmer 15 minutes.
12. 12
    Put through blender; add salt and pepper to taste.
13. 13
    Serve with croutons.