Cream of Zucchini and Anise Soup - Restaurant Association of Nova Scotia

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
• 6 cups chopped zucchini (from about 6 medium zucchini)
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cups water
• 4 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 1/2 tablespoons fennel seeds
• 1 fresh thyme sprig
• 2 tablespoons crème fraîche or whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons Pernod or other anise-flavored liqueur
• Additional olive oil