BREAD AND TOMATO SOUP (PAPPA AL POMODORO)

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This Tuscan soup is a good way to use a bumper crop of tomatoes and basil, as well as any leftover bread. The bread soaks up the flavorful liquid as it cooks, becoming soft and lending body.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 1/2 medium leeks, white parts only, washed well and finely chopped (1 cup)
1 small red onion, finely chopped (1/3 cup)
9 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups dry white wine
2 1/4 pounds tomatoes, coarsely chopped
3/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips
3 3/4 cups water, plus more as needed
6 ounces day-old rustic bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (2 1/4 cups)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Finely grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • Cook oil, leeks, onion, and garlic in a large stockpot over medium heat, stirring, until vegetables turn golden, about 7 minutes. Raise heat to medium-high. Add wine; cook until reduced to 1/4 cup, about 10 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes, half the basil, and the water. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook 15 minutes. Add bread; cook, stirring occasionally, 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; cook 10 minutes more. Add remaining basil; cook 10 minutes. Add more water, if necessary, to achieve desired consistency. Serve drizzled with oil and sprinkled with cheese.

Tayyab Abbasi
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This is one of my favorite soups. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Max Singh
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


rana kazi
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. I also like to add a little bit of red pepper flakes for a bit of a spicy kick.


Kellz RealZ
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I'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors are really well-balanced.


Phora Nomakhanzana
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This soup is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also great for meal prep. I like to make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week.


Isaah Murphy
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I'm on a low-carb diet, so I used cauliflower instead of bread in this recipe. It turned out really well!


Ganesh Magar
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet flavor of the roasted tomatoes.


Ahad Awan
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few simple ingredients, but they come together to create a really delicious soup.


Durlav Ashiq
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks and parties and it's always a hit.


Tshidi Tsaoane
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I'm a vegetarian, so I used vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. The soup was still very flavorful.


king of glory plumbing
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I'm allergic to gluten, so I used gluten-free bread in this recipe. It turned out great!


Favour Eche
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover bread. I also added some chopped zucchini and carrots to make it even more hearty.


Daisi Michael
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I followed the recipe exactly and my soup turned out a little bland. I think I might have used tomatoes that weren't very flavorful.


Zamung YouTube Channel
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This soup is amazing! I love the smoky flavor from the roasted tomatoes. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


Md Aman
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I'm not a huge fan of tomato soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I'll definitely be making it again.


Njuchi Weri
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This is the best tomato soup I've ever had. The bread adds a nice touch of heartiness and the basil really brightens up the flavor.


Mayami Money
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I've made this soup a few times now and it's always a hit with my family. It's so easy to make and the ingredients are all pantry staples.


Mike Skillz
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This soup is absolutely delicious! The flavors are perfectly balanced and the texture is creamy and smooth. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.