Chicken Soup Au Pistou

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Pistou is a bean and vegetable stew which originated in Provence. Pre-made Italian pesto is more widely known in the U.S. and is used in this recipe in lieu of a pistou, pesto 's French counterpart.

INGREDIENTS (for 8 servings):

PREPARATION:

  • Place the olive oil in a large saucepan and heat over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken; cook and stir about 5 minutes or until chicken is browned. Add onion; cook and stir 2 minutes.
  • Add chicken broth, undrained tomatoes, northern beans, carrots, potato, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring to break up tomatoes. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add green beans and cook for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • Ladle soup into bowls, top each with 1 teaspoon pesto and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.