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Adding some flavor to your minestra
Adding flavor to any minestra or soup is simple and easy. One sure way is to drizzle some of the best ...
 
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January 29, 2013
Adding some flavor to your minestra

Adding flavor to any minestra or soup is simple and easy. One sure way is to drizzle some of the best extra-virgin olive oil you have over a bowl of minestra just before serving it, or place a cruet of it on the table and let people help themselves. Freshly grated cheese always delivers extra flavor or pass a nice chunk of Grana Padano or Pecorino-Romano cheese with a small grater around the table for people to grate their own. I do both and add some freshly ground pepper as well for extra spice. A plateful of grilled country bread brushed with garlic and olive oil is always a great companion to soup.