Courgette and Cream Cheese Soup with Crispy Croutons

Method

• step 1

  To make the croutons spread the cubed bread on a baking tray and drizzle with olive oil. Season and bake for 15-20min in a preheated oven at 190C

• step 2

  Cut 20 thin round slices off one of the courgettes. Spread on another baking sheet and put in the oven for 3-5 mins. (keep an eye on them as they burn quickly). Set aside

• step 3

  Cut up the remaing courgettes into small cubes and add to a large pan along with the remiaing vegetables and a drizzle of olive oil. Soften for 5 mins.

• step 4

  Add the stock, cover with a lid and simmer for 20 mins or untill the vegetables are tender.

• step 5

  Remove from the heat, add the cream cheese and wizz up with a hand blender until smooth.

• step 6

  Season to taste and serve with a mound of crispy croutons and the crispy courgettes rounds.