In making Pépin's vegetable soup, you won't have to race out to the store, because his recipe uses water instead of stock.

It’s getting to that time of year for heavy jackets, gloves and a hearty comforting Beef Vegetable Soup to keep that chill ...

You can also add any other chopped cooked vegetables at this point. To stretch the soup ... of fresh herbs. You will need a slow cooker that holds at least 4 litres/7 pints for this recipe.