RIBOLLITA (TUSCAN BREAD SOUP)

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Provided by Linda Richardson

Categories     dinner, soups and stews, appetizer

Time 2h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup dried cannellini or Great Northern beans
9 to 10 slices good-quality white bread, preferably stale
6 cups beef or chicken stock, de greased, or vegetable broth
5 to 6 large kale leaves, torn into two-inch pieces (about 3 cups)
2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
2 to 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 large garlic clove, peeled and minced
Salt, if desired
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
Freshly grated imported Parmesan, preferably parmigiano reggiano, or Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Sort, wash and drain the beans. Soak overnight in enough water to cover by 2 inches. Alternatively, quick-soak the beans by boiling them for 5 minutes in the same amount of water. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 1 hour.
  • Drain the beans and put them into a saucepan with 1 1/2 quarts of cold water. Bring the beans to a boil, lower the heat and simmer, partially covered, for 45 minutes or until tender, but not mushy. Drain.
  • Toast the bread lightly; it should not be dark brown. Cut each slice into 4 pieces. Set aside in a dry place, such as an unheated gas oven.
  • Bring the stock to a boil in a 4-quart saucepan and add the kale. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the carrots and cook for 10 minutes. Add the potatoes, garlic and beans and let simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the potatoes are barely tender. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Ladle a layer of soup into a 10- cup ovenproof casserole. Cover the soup with a single layer of toast squares. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the toast. Repeat with the remaining soup and toast and more of the oil, ending with a layer of soup. Push the toast gently with a spoon to insure that it is submerged. Drizzle the rest of the oil over the top.
  • Cover and bake for 40 minutes; for a firmer-textured soup, uncover for the last 20 minutes. Serve with grated cheese on the side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 541, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 41 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 856 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Luca Popa
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's my new go-to soup recipe.


Masum Ahammed
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Warnishia Levy
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I love that this soup can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Soft boy Cj Victor
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. It's also a very affordable meal.


ohh rallo
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I'll definitely be making it again.


ahasan kabir
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I'm not usually a fan of soups, but this one is amazing! I love the rich flavor and the hearty texture.


Shakeel Ahmed Solangi
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This is the best ribollita I've ever had! The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is perfect.


Alix Desh
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone kept asking me for the recipe.


Kamran Soomro
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This soup is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of the beans, vegetables, and bread.


Diwakar Baral
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I've been making this soup for years and it's always a favorite. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Alex Lappas
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I'll definitely be making it again.


Umar Rehman Shah
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I'm not usually a fan of soups, but this one is amazing! I love the rich flavor and the hearty texture.


Bantwana Senuka
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This is the best ribollita I've ever had! The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is perfect.


Eddrick Steele
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone kept asking me for the recipe.


Thomas Mekonnen duguma
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This soup is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of the beans, vegetables, and bread.


Tisa Gray
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! I especially loved the addition of the kale.


Joshua Huddleston
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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 winter day.


Muqadder Ishaq
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This is my new favorite soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Melusi Magagula
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the hearty texture.


Xavier Lopez
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This ribollita was absolutely delicious! The flavors were so rich and satisfying, and the bread added a wonderful heartiness to the soup. I will definitely be making this again.