Una voce per l'Emilia Romagna: live a sostegno della regione alluvionata - Vir

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth offers a lighter option, while bouillon cubes are cost-effective.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds umami, while pecorino is often less expensive.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Pour in chicken broth and add bay leaves; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes to develop flavors.

Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente.

Season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.

Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Ladle broth and tortellini into bowls.

Garnish with grated parmesan, fresh parsley, and lemon zest.

Serve hot with crusty bread.

Cooking Techniques

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