Soupe Au Pistou

                                                     
1lb French Beans cut into inch lengths

3 Pints of Boiling Water

4 Medium sized Potatoes, chopped finely

3 Chopped, peeled Tomatoes

1/4 lb Vermicelli

Salt and Pepper

Into the boiling water throw the beans, potatoes and tomatoes. When the vegetables are almost cooked add the vermicelli.

For the Aillade

3 Cloves of Garlic
Sweet basil, a good handful
1 grilled tomato, skin & seeds removed

Pound these ingredients together until smooth, add 3 tablespoons of the Pistou.

Pour the Pistou into a tureen, stir in the Aillade and some grated Gruyere