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Provencal Vegetable Soup
Copyright 2005, Barefoot in Paris, All Rights Reserved Show: Barefoot Contessa Episode: Thank You Dinner Overall User Rating: 
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Veggie Soup
07/10/2008 at 12:00am
User: JULIET from Denver, CO User Rating:
I made this to help me along with a summer cold and it was incredible. The flavors were clean, defined, it presented beautifully, and was enjoyed by my entire family. We served with the parm, pistou and a dollop of creme fraiche, along with a crusty freshly made loaf of bread straight out of the oven. Ultimate in comforting foods. Thanks.
WOW!
03/29/2008 at 12:18pm
User: Lori from Sacramento, CA User Rating:
This was the best vegetable soup my husband and I have ever had! The Pistou added so much flavor and I also added some pre-cooked chicken at the end for protein. Good job Ina.
Pretty good, different
02/24/2008 at 07:21pm
User: patricia from sicklerville, NJ User Rating:
This was good, but it was too salty for mine and my husband's tastes. The next time I make this, I will put in alot less salt. Otherwise it was great; the Pistou really added a little extra something. I served it with Ciabatta bread. Only thing I couldn't find was Saffron; I wonder how much a difference this would have made. What I love about this soup is the aroma it leaves in the house. This is a great all year round soup; I think that even in Summer it would be good. Prep took longer than I thought; I am not handy with a knife, so I had to take my time with it. Next time, I will chop the ingredients the night before or something. This is a filling soup, but not heavy.
The perfect soup
01/22/2008 at 10:22pm
User: Michelle from Seattle, WA User Rating:
This is what I call a perfect soup-easy to make, tasty and savory, and full of healthy veggies. I will make this again and again. I think I have found my favorite soup recipe of all time!
10 Stars without a doubt!
01/17/2008 at 07:27pm
User: Nancy from Austin, TX User Rating:
This was absolutely one of the best soups I have ever had! The saffron gives the soup a rich flavor that is incomparable to any veg soup! I added a tblsp of lemon juice for freshness and a touch of half & half and it was terrific! I also cooked it with a parm regg rind to enrich the flavor. The pitsou is delicious on anything! Like another viewer, I agree, an elegant soup that I'd serve at any dinner party!
Excellent as written
12/04/2007 at 09:53am
User: Christina from Richmond, VA User Rating:
superb soup. the saffron and the pistou are mandatory--they are what make this soup unique. yes, the prep time is longer than stated, but isn't that always the case?
Nice vegetable recipe
12/02/2007 at 06:29pm
User: Ellen from East Greenbush, NY User Rating:
A superior vegetable soup. I didn't use either the leeks (couldn't find) or the saffron so I didn't stay true to the complete recipe, but it was still pretty darn good. The pistou makes the soup. 30 minutes overcooked the potatos a bit.... I will do 25 next time.
GREAT SOUP
11/01/2007 at 04:31pm
User: MONICA from CLAREMONT, CA User Rating:
WHAT A DELICIOUS SOUP AND THE PISTOU ADDED THAT FAB. TOUCH. IT IS SO TASTY AND GREAT FOR ALL YEAR ROUND. THANK YOU BAREFOOT CONTESSA!
tastes great, easy to do, makes plenty
10/09/2007 at 02:48pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
this recipe was easy, tasty, and made about 3 quarts... plenty of left overs!
Fabulous exactly as written
10/02/2007 at 10:14pm
User: MELANI from Ventura, CA User Rating:
My family and I loved this soup! I have made it several times for friends and extended family as well, and it has always been a big hit. Every recipe of Ina's that I have tried has come out beautifully the first time, every time. She is my go-to if I need something fabulous and reliable, as well as elegant. Love, love, loved it!
very easy to make and its d-lish
03/14/2007 at 06:46pm
User: christine from ukiah, CA User Rating:
My family loved the soup. Its was so easy to make.
Delicious springtime soup!
03/10/2007 at 06:34pm
User: Linda from Crabtree, PA User Rating:
The golden saffron, haricots verts, carrots and purple skins of the new potatoes give this soup the fresh look of springtime! Due to all the chopping, the preparation takes some time, however the end result is well worth the time spent. I followed the recipe as instucted except I substituted Acini di Pepe for the chopped spaghetti. I kept the Acini separate and added about 1/4 cup to each bowl. I topped each serving with about a teaspoon of the Pistou which adds a lot of additional flavor. I was a little concerned about the amount of salt in this recipe, but I ended up adding the full amount that Ina suggested. It wasn't too salty at all. This soup looks beautiful in the bowl and tastes delicious. It is definately an upscale version of traditional vegetable soup. Impressive anyway you look at it. Excellent recipe, Ina!
The best soup I have ever made.
01/20/2007 at 08:31pm
User: jennifer from gilbertsville, PA User Rating:
My husband and I make soup regularly during the winter. Today we tried this soup, and we raved about it the entire time we were eating it. I will admit that it is a bit time consuming, but the time invested is well worth it. The soup has an amazing depth of flavor. Using a quality parmesan (Reggiano was our choice) is key. I can't wait to make this soup for friends and family. Love Ina and her recipes. I have had this one for a while, and I am only sorry I didn't make it sooner.
Excellent Just the Way it Is!
01/18/2007 at 01:08pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I've been reading the reviews, and while I completely agree with the 5-star ratings, it is a bit funny that reviewers rate it so highly, but have changed almost every ingredient in the recipe! I prepared it exactly as written, and it was fantastic. Every person that I served this soup to asked for the recipe, and most had second helpings. A second time I prepared it, I didn't have saffron on hand, so I simply omitted it--I did not substitute another ingredient in it's place, and it was, again, wonderful. Ina Garten wrote this wonderful recipe and it reflects her many years of experience in the industry--in other words, she knows what she's doing. Therefore, in my humble opinion, if you review the recipe...at least review HER recipe, not yours.
veggie pesto soup
12/08/2006 at 07:24pm
User: Jennifer from New York, NY User Rating:
This soup is vry tasty - I always find that prep times ar longer than listed on recipes - It takes 20 or 30 min if you are very skilled with a knife or have a staff prepping for you. Anyway - the soup is delicious but a bit richer and heavier than I was anticipating. Delicious but not for everyday. Thanks : )
great winter soup
11/30/2006 at 04:02pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This soup was delicious and perfect for a winter dinner with some good bread. I used vegetarian "chicken" broth and made the pistou by adding tomato paste to store-bought pesto (and used less of it than the recipe called for to lighten the recipe).
easy first soup
11/11/2006 at 06:37pm
User: Michele from Philadelphia, PA User Rating:
my first soup-easy-sensible-everyone was impressed!
A Summer Standard
11/06/2006 at 03:21pm
User: Chelsea from Fairfax, VT User Rating:
I made this soup a half dozen times this summer. Delicious!
Very good!
10/24/2006 at 12:37pm
User: Alicia from Indianapolis, IN User Rating:
This is a "different" vegetable soup, but my husband and I both loved it. The pistou really makes it taste wonderful, and it was very easy to make. This will become a staple in our home this winter!
Excellent
07/30/2006 at 06:54pm
User: Ben from Forest, VA User Rating:
Halved this recipe for my wife and I but used full amount of potatoes and broth. Also added celery and garlic. Excellent soup.
Great Soup
07/11/2006 at 06:02pm
User: Joan from elgin, SC User Rating:
Just made this soup this week, and it was wonderful. Family enjoyed every drop! They didn't leave me any for lunch the next day. It's also a great way to use up all those extra vegetables in the refrig.
good
06/19/2006 at 10:21pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
TO MANY OBSCURE INGREDIENTS TO BE "EASY". I LOVE INA, BUT THIS WAS A BIT MUCH. HURRY ANND GET THIS RECIPE IF YOU WANT IT. YPU MAY HAVE TO BUY THE COOKBOOK. CLEVER!!!
Excellent - (with a few changes)
06/19/2006 at 09:19pm
User: PAT from franklinville, NJ User Rating:
This is a very very good soup. For convenience and lack of leeks, I had to make a few minor changes. I omitted the leeks. I added green squash. I did not make the Pistou. Instead I added chopped basil and tomato to the soup in the beginning. I crushed the garlic into the soup when it was finished as soon as I removed the pot from the heat. I added pecorino romano cheese to the pot when it cooled some but was still very warm.