CREAMY CORN SOUP

Ingredients:
4 cups fresh corn kernels
2 cups nonfat milk
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, diced (about 2 cups)
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and diced (about 1 cup)
1 medium zucchini, (about 1/2 pound) diced
2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and diced
3/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves

Method:
1. Blend 2 cups of corn and milk until smooth. Set aside.
2.Heat the oil in a large soup pot. Add the onion, bell pepper, and zucchini and cook, stirring until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
3.Add the remaining 2 cups of corn and the broth and bring to a boil.
4.Add the pureed corn and tomatoes and cook until warmed through, but not boiling.
5.Add the salt and season with pepper. Serve garnished with the basil.