Hot Avocado & Shrimp Soup

Directions

Place onion, celery, broth, bay leaf, parsley, salt and pepper in a large saucepan.

Simmer for 15 minutes. Strain and reserve stock.

Place avocados in blender or food processor; purée avocados while slowly adding stock.

When mixture is smooth, return to saucepan and heat gently; add shrimp.

Cook over low heat until heated thoroughly, do not boil.

Serve with a dollop of sour cream atop each serving, and sprinkle with chopped chives.