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Tuscan Ribollita Soup

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When it comes to comfort in a bowl, Tuscan Ribollita Soup is a classic that hits all the right notes. This rustic, hearty Italian soup is traditionally made with vegetables, beans, and stale bread, simmered together until it becomes thick and stew-like. It’s warm, filling, and packed with rich, earthy flavors that make it perfect for cooler days.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil (30 ml)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 small zucchini, diced (optional)
  • 1 can (15 oz or 425 g) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth (960 ml)
  • 1 can (14.5 oz or 410 g) diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups chopped kale or Swiss chard
  • 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup stale bread, torn into chunks
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish (optional)
  • Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

1. Sauté the Vegetables

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

2. Add Broth, Tomatoes, and Beans

Pour in the broth, add the diced tomatoes, cannellini beans, and fresh thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

3. Add the Kale and Bread

Stir in the chopped kale and chunks of stale bread. Continue to simmer for another 10 minutes until the kale is wilted and the bread has softened, giving the soup a thick, stew-like consistency. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

4. Serve

Ladle the Ribollita into bowls and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil. Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired, and serve with a slice of crusty bread on the side.

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