This recipe has been adapted from an Italian cookbook, and contains no beans or pasta. Either or both can be added if you feel that it is necessary but I think it perfect as is.

This is one of my favourite recipes as it is so easy to make but tastes absolutely delicious.

I have borrowed my grandmother’s recipe, as it has long been the formula for my favourite soup. She swears that the secret to this soup is in the stock; this is where my affinity for ‘OSEM’ bullion cubes began.

This is also a breeze to cook, as you can see there is no sweating of the onions or frying the veggies. It all goes into the pot at once and you’re off, just check it and give it a stir once in a while.