Heat the oil in a large pan and gently fry the garlic and onions for 5 minutes.

Add the Bacon, courgettes, French beans, carrots and celery to the pan and stir fry a further 3 minutes

Pour 1.1 Liter/5 cups of cold water over the vegetables and add the Bouquet Garni. Cover the pan and simmer for 25 minutes

At the macaroni, peas and kidney beans and cooked 8 minutes. Then add the cabbage and tomatoes and cook for a further 5 minutes.

Meanwhile spread the bread slices with the pesto, sprinkle a little Parmesan over each one brown lightly under a hot grill.

Remove the bouquet Garni, season the soup and serve with the toast.