Simmer for 30 minutes. Remove the cobs and strain the soup into a clean saucepan. Transfer the strained vegetables to a ...

3. Remove from fire and when cool enough to handle, strain the vegetables through a soup strainer or blend in a blender. While the soup is simmering, cut the bread into cubes and fry them in hot oil, ...

Once cool, strain the stock through a sieve and discard the vegetables. For the main soup, heat the oil in a large saucepan or casserole over a medium heat. Add the onions and a pinch of salt.

Remove the bouquet garni and vegetables and discard. Note: If the bacon is very salty, put into a small saucepan, cover with cold water and bring to the boil. Strain and dry on kitchen paper.