105 French Bean Purée

Main ingredients

• 500 g (18 oz) fresh French beans of medium size
• 1.5 litres (

1. Bring the water and salt to the boil in a large saucepan and throw in the beans. Let them cook, uncovered, for 10 minutes at a galloping boil.
2. Drain and refresh them by plunging them immediately into very cold water.
3. Drain again in a colander and then blend for 2 minutes in the liquidiser until you have a smooth purée. Add the cream and blend for one