Becky Luigart-Stayner; Leigh Ann Ross
The herb and walnut pesto makes a satisfying finishing touch for this soup. Walnut oil adds a mild sweetness and intensifies the nutty flavor of the pesto, but you can substitute extravirgin olive oil.
How to Make It
Step 1
To prepare the soup, heat a Dutch oven over medium heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add leek to pan; cook 8 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently. Stir in broth and 1 cup water; bring to a boil. Add potato; cook 10 minutes or until potato is tender. Stir in chard, pepper, salt, and beans; cook 3 minutes or until chard wilts. Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice.
Step 2
To prepare the pesto, combine cheese and remaining ingredients in a food processor; process until smooth, scraping sides of bowl occasionally. Ladle 1 cup soup into each of 6 bowls; top each serving with about 2 teaspoons pesto.
Chef's Notes
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