Zucchini Tomato Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 small zucchini, coarsely chopped
1/4 c. chopped red onion
1 1/2 tsp. olive or canola oil
1/8 tsp. salt
1 c. hot V8 juice
1 small tomato, cut into small wedges
dash pepper
dash dried basil
2 Tbsp. shredded Cheddar cheese (optional)
1 to 2 Tbsp. cooked crumbled bacon (optional)

Preparation

In a skillet saute zucchini and onion in oil until tender. Sprinkle with salt.
Add the V8 juice, tomato, pepper, and basil. Cook until heated through.
Garnish with cheese and bacon if desired.
Serves 2.