FRENCH SOUPE AU PISTOU

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Make and share this French Soupe Au Pistou recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 24 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 lbs green beans, in 1 inch pieces
2 medium yellow onions, chopped
2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
3 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
2 1/2 quarts chicken stock or 2 1/2 quarts vegetable stock
2 cups cooked large white beans (If using cans,with liquid. If using dry beans use 1 cup dry beans, reserve 2 cups cooking liquid) or 2 cups chickpeas (If using cans,with liquid. If using dry beans use 1 cup dry beans, reserve 2 cups cooking liquid)
1/2 cup vermicelli or 1/2 cup other thin noodles, broken into small pieces
1 cup fresh basil leaf, firmly packed
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons chopped fresh garlic

Steps:

  • In a heavy pot (about 8-quart size), combine green beans, onions, potatoes, tomatoes and stock.
  • Bring to a boil, then simmer until beans and potatoes are crisp tender.
  • Add the cooked white beans with their cooking water (or liquid from cans) and vermicelli, and simmer until the vermicelli is just tender.
  • Combine the basil, cheese, oil and garlic in a blender or processor, and puree.
  • Stir this paste into the soup, bit by bit.
  • Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  • After the sauce has been added, the soup may be warmed, but not boiled.
  • Serve with hot or toasted slices of French bread.
  • To freeze: Prepare soup up to the point of adding pesto. Cool. Place in a rigid freezer container. Seal. Place pesto in a freezer bag. Seal. Attach to the top of the freezer container with tape. Label and freeze.
  • To serve: Thaw in fridge. Reheat soup on stovetop until boiling. Turn down heat and add pesto to taste. Enjoy.
  • For Vegetarian use vegetable broth and a vegetarian parmesan cheese.

Battaishir Ts.
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This recipe looks like it would be perfect for a summer party. I can't wait to try it!


Razz Mandal
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I'm not a big fan of French cuisine, but this recipe looks interesting. I might give it a try.


Natividad Gallardo
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I'm definitely going to try this recipe. It looks so good!


okoye maryqueen
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This recipe seems a bit complicated. I'm not sure if I have all of the ingredients.


Amrit chhetri
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I'm not sure about this recipe. I've never had pistou before.


Amariah Reid
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This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Bd news1
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I'm always looking for new soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and it's sure to become a new favorite.


Umme Huny
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This soup was a great way to use up some leftover vegetables. It was also very healthy and filling.


Happy Hour
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my soup didn't turn out as flavorful as I had hoped. I think I might have used the wrong type of tomatoes.


Chibuzor Obiefuna
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it more if I had added some additional spices.


Kelvin mwila
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I'm not a big fan of pistou, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very satisfying.


sumayya Muhammad Adamu
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the pistou added a nice pop of flavor.


Hunter Hamilton
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Nicanor josafat Montiel
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was light and refreshing, with a nice balance of flavors.


Bamboo Beach Resort Gh
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This soup was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The pistou was especially flavorful.


Tahamil Ahsan
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the flavor is incredible.


Peace Studio Hashmi
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This soup was a hit! The flavors of the pistou and the vegetables were perfectly balanced. I especially loved the addition of the Parmesan cheese, which gave the soup a rich and creamy texture.


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