I       onion, minced
3      tablespoons butter
3      zucchini, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2   cup slivered almonds
4      cups chicken broth
1/2   cup ground blanebed almonds
3/4   cup heavy cream
I       tablespoon amaretto
1/4   teaspoon cinnamon
1/2   teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

Saute'onion and butter until soft Add zucchini and slivered almonds and cookfor about 5 minutes until zucchini is tender crisp. Add chicken broth and simmer until liquid is reduced ~ one~third (about 25 minutes). Add ground almond and simmer 10 more minutes. Over logo heat, stir in cream, brown sugar, amaretto, cinnamon and nutme& Garnish with zucchini zest or toasted almonds, if desired.