Mortals, Beware: The Recipes in This Unofficial Hocus Pocus Cookbook Are Frighteningly Tasty

Serves: 6 | Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:
4 medium zucchini, shredded with a cheese grater
1 medium white onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup salted butter
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Freshly ground pepper
Sea salt

Directions:

1. In a Dutch oven, sauté the zucchini and onion in the butter until the onion is fragrant.
2. Add the broth, salt, and pepper and stir. Bring to a boil and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
3. Remove from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes to cool.
4. Add the basil.
5. Use an immersion blender and blend the ingredients until completely smooth.
6. Add the heavy cream and nutmeg and stir well.
7. Season again with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Return to heat and bring to a soft boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until it is heated to desired temperature to serve.