Black Bean and Pistou Soup Kafka

1. 1

   ~~If using dried beans,~~ in a medium saucepan, combine the beans with water to cover by 2 inches.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil.

3. 3

   Lower the heat and simmer, partially covered, for 1 hour or until the beans are very soft and beginning to burst.

4. 4

   Remove from heat.

5. 5

   In a blender, puree the basil, garlic and 1/4 cup olive oil.

6. 6

   In a food processor, working in batches if necessary, puree the cooked beans with their liquid (about 3 cups), or ~~ if using canned beans~~, puree with the 3 1/2 cups broth, stock or water.

7. 7

   Scrape back into the saucepan (or canned beans, scrape into medium saucepan) and stir in the pesto and salt.

8. 8

   Heat through.

9. 9

   Swirl in the remaining olive oil.

10. 10

    Top each serving with a little chopped basil.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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