A light, spicy twist on a traditional summer vegetable soup. French ‘pistou’ is a distant relative of the Italian pesto, but my version reflects the Vietnamese influence on modern French food.
This spicy soup is a filling lunch option that is full ... It’s easy to double the quantities in this recipe if you want to make a large batch. Don’t bother peeling the sweet potatoes ...
In this recipe, I found the chickpeas took a backseat ... Reduce heat, cover and simmer until carrots are very tender, about 30 minutes. Puree the soup in batches with a blender or food processor ...