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Tuscan Tomato Soup

Cultural Context

Originating from Tuscany, Pappa al Pomodoro is a rustic dish that embodies the region's love for simple, hearty ingredients. Traditionally made by farmers, it showcases ripe tomatoes and stale bread, transforming leftovers into a comforting soup. Today, this dish is celebrated for its rich flavors and is enjoyed across Italy and beyond, often served as a starter or light meal.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 kg Pomodori San Marzano
350 gr Pane (possibilmente senza sale, raffermo e toscano)
Brodo vegetale q.b.
4 spicchi Aglio
150 gr Porri
20 gr Concentrato di pomodoro
2-3 ciuffi Basilico
Sale q.b.
Olio evo q.b.

stale bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: day-old bread

Whole grain bread adds fiber and nutrients.

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor without dairy.

1

Prepare the broth using vegetable ingredients.

2

Chop the garlic and leeks, then sauté them in olive oil until fragrant.

3

Add the chopped San Marzano tomatoes and cook until they break down.

4

Stir in the tomato paste and mix well.

5

Add the stale bread to the pot and pour in the vegetable broth gradually until the desired consistency is reached.

6

Season with salt and let it simmer until the bread is fully incorporated and the mixture is thick.

7

Finish with fresh basil before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingblending

Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freeegg-freegluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Pappa al PomodoroTuscan Bread Soup
Local Name: Zuppa di pomodoro toscana

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