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ACQUA COTTA - specialità toscana - COOKED WATER - Italian tuscan speciality

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Aqua Cotta Soup

Cultural Context

Originating from the rustic kitchens of Italy, Acqua Cotta is a traditional soup that embodies the resourcefulness of peasant cooking. Its name translates to 'cooked water', reflecting the simplicity and frugality of its ingredients. Typically made with whatever vegetables are on hand, this soup is a comforting dish often enjoyed with crusty bread. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Italy, with various adaptations found in Italian-American cuisine and other regions.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
400 g. Patate
500 g. Acqua
250 g. Sedano
150 g. Olio
400 g. Cipolla
4 Uova
450 g. Salsa di pomodoro
350 g. Pane a fette
Sale e peperoncino q.b.

parmesan cheese

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1

Prepare the vegetables by chopping the potatoes, celery, and onion.

2

In a large pot, combine the chopped vegetables with water and bring to a boil.

3

Add the oil and tomato sauce to the pot.

4

Once the vegetables are cooked, add the eggs and stir gently.

5

Serve the mixture over slices of bread.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

Padella di alluminio

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Acqua Cotta
Local Name: Acqua Cotta

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