1.5 tsp olive or vegetable oil
4 medium-size zucchini, ends trimmed, cut
into 1/2-inch pieces
1 large leek, trimmed, cut lengthwise in
half and then crosswise into 1-inch pieces
2 scallions, trimmed and chopped
2 tbsp chopped fresh basil; or 1 tsp dried
salt and freshly ground black pepper
4-6 cloves garlic, peeled and left whole (If
you want the soup to have a really garlicky flavor, add all 6 cloves)
1/4 cup dry white wine
3.5 cups homemade chicken stock or
low-sodium canned chicken broth
1/4 to 1/3 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp chopped fresh chives; or 2 scallions,
trimmed and chopped |