Ingredients

2 Tablespoon butter
1 celery, chopped rib
1 medium onion, chopped
2 Cup diced zucchini, divided
1 large tomato, diced
2 Clove garlic, minced
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 Teaspoon thyme
2 Cup milk
1 Cup grated Cheddar cheese

Instructions

Melt butter in large saucepan. Add celery, onion, 1 cup zucchini, tomato and garlic. Add salt, pepper and thyme. Cook 5 to 10 minutes. Puree remaining zucchini and add to mixture. Stir in milk and simmer, but do not boil. Add cheese and stir until melted.