Ingredients

1 medium onion, diced
1/2 Cup butter
2 1/2 Cup shredded zucchini
2 1/2 Cup chicken broth
1 Teaspoon dried basil
1 Teaspoon garlic powder
1 Teaspoon salt
black pepper, to taste
1/2 Teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 Cup light cream

Instructions

Sauté onions in butter. Add zucchini and chicken broth. Simmer about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add seasonings. Puree mixture. Stir in cream and heat through, but do not simmer or boil. Top with croutons, if desired.