Milanaise Soup (serves 6/7)

For Stock : 3 onions, 3 Potatoes, 3 tomatoes                      

For Toppings : 1 finely chopped onion, 1 teacup finely chopped cabbage, 1 large chopped tomato, 2 tbsp boiled macaroni, 1 small can (225g) baked beans, 1 tbsp finely chopped basil leaves, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt and pepper to taste, cheese to sprinkle, 1/2 tsp chilli powder.

Method : Cut the vegetables into big pieces and add 7 cups of water and cook in a pressure cooker. When cooked blend and strain.

Heat oil and fry the onions for 1 min. Add the cabbage and chilli powder and fry for a min. Add the stock and simmer for 5-7 min.. Add the rest of the vegetables salt and pepper and boil for another 5-7 minutes..

Serve hot with grated cheese.