Caldo Verde

Caldo Verde is one of the essential tastes of Portugal. Anybody who thinks good food has to be difficult to make should try this most basic of soups which-despite its absolute simplicity - is delicious and is another of those comforting dishes to warm the heart.

The quantities given make a lot of soup and - with good bread - it can make a substantial main course in its own right It also keeps well and is just as nice, if not better, reheated. Th