RIBOLLITA

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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time P1DT1h50m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 pound dried white beans, such as Great Northern or cannellini
Kosher salt
1/4 cup good olive oil, plus extra for serving
1/4 pound large diced pancetta or smoked bacon
2 cups chopped yellow onions (2 onions)
1 cup chopped carrots (3 carrots)
1 cup chopped celery (3 stalks)
3 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves)
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 (28-ounce) can Italian plum tomatoes in puree, chopped
4 cups coarsely chopped or shredded savoy cabbage, optional
4 cups coarsely chopped kale
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
6 cups chicken stock, preferably homemade
4 cups sourdough bread cubes, crusts removed
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cover the beans with cold water by 1-inch and cover with plastic wrap. Allow to soak overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Drain the beans and place them in a large pot with 8 cups of water, and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and continue to simmer for about 15 minutes, until the beans are tender. Set the beans aside to cool in their liquid.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large stockpot. Add the pancetta and onions and cook over medium-low heat for 7 to 10 minutes, until the onions are translucent. Add the carrots, celery, garlic, 1 tablespoon of salt, the pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook over medium-low heat for 7 to 10 minutes, until the vegetables are tender. Add the tomatoes with their puree, the cabbage, if using, the kale, and basil and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for another 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Drain the beans, reserving their cooking liquid. In the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade, puree half of the beans with a little of their liquid. Add to the stockpot, along with the remaining whole beans. Pour the bean cooking liquid into a large measuring cup and add enough chicken stock to make 8 cups. Add to the soup and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes.
  • Add the bread to the soup and simmer for 10 more minutes. Taste for seasoning and serve hot in large bowls sprinkled with Parmesan and drizzled with olive oil.

Rossana De Luca
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This soup was amazing! I will definitely be making it again.


Perry don
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This soup was not worth the effort. It was bland and tasteless.


rujput sab
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This soup was very time-consuming to make. It took me over 2 hours to prepare and cook.


Mohammad Sakib
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This soup was too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt than the recipe calls for.


omoniwa 39
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This soup was not what I expected. It was very thick and more like a stew than a soup. I would not recommend this recipe.


Christina Rivera
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices, and it turned out much better.


Hamza Haroon
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This soup was delicious! I made it exactly as the recipe said, and it turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Irvin Thandolwenkosi
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This soup was easy to make and very flavorful. I used chicken broth instead of vegetable broth, and it turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.


Gibbs Sterry
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This was a great way to use up some leftover vegetables. I added some extra carrots and celery, and the soup turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.


Michael Allen
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I made this soup for a group of friends and it was a hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the hearty texture. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make soup.


Dj Khan
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This is a great recipe! I've made it several times and it always turns out delicious. The flavors are rich and complex, and the soup is hearty and filling. I especially love the addition of the kale, which adds a nice pop of color and nutrition.


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