Pappa al pomodoro

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsPlum tomatoes, diced
28ouncesCan Italian tomatoes, undrained & chopped
poundsStale Italian bread, cubed
5eachesGarlic cloves
1mediumLeek, white part only, washed well, chopped
1mediumOnion, finely chopped
1pinchRed pepper flakes
cupVegetable stock
8eachesBasil leaves
cupOlive oil
Salt & pepper, to taste

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a heavy stockpot and stir well. Cover and simmer 45 to 60 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 1 hour. The mixture should be very thick. Before serving, stir the soup well to break up all the bread pieces. Ladle into individual bowls and sprinkle with a little extra-virgin olive oil and salt and pepper. Serve lukewarm or reheat.

"Health" Magazine September, 1993 Posted by Linda Davis