Ingredients

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Yield: 6 servings

4 medium zucchini, cut in 1-inch chunks
2 cups water
1 tablespoon parsley
2 tablespoons margarine or butter
2 tablespoons chopped onion
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon flour
1 13 oz. can evaporated milk
1 cup chicken broth

Directions

Bring zucchini and water to boil and simmer until soft - 15-20 minutes. Place zucchini and 1 cup cooking liquid with parsley in blender and blend briefly until smooth. Brown onion lightly in butter. Add flour, stir in and cook one minute (low heat). Add zucchini mixture, milk and chicken broth. Season with salt and pepper. Heat through, but don't boil before serving. Garnish with bacon bits and Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Each serving contains: 144 calories, 9 g fat, 9.5 g carbohydrate, 250 mg sodium, 20 mg cholesterol.