2 lbs. green zucchini (sm.)
4 tbsp. butter
4 tbsp. chopped shallots (or onions)
1 tsp. salt (optional)
1 c. milk
3 1/2 c. chicken stock
Chives to garnish (optional)
Curry powder to taste (1 or 2 tsp.)

Scrub zucchini (do not peel). Slice thinly. Melt butter. Add zucchini and shallots. Cover tightly and simmer about 10 minutes, shaking occasionally. (Do not brown). Add curry powder, salt, milk and broth. Simmer 25 minutes.

Pour mixture in food blender (in stages). Blend on high until you have all liquid. Serve hot or cold. Garnish with chives if cold, croutons if hot.