Pasta and Broccoli Soup (Minestra di Pasta e Broccoli)
Serves 6
  • 6 Tbs. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/4 lb. bacon
  • 1 bunch of light green broccoli, about 5 oz. cut into very small florets
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 3 cups cold water
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 3/4 lb. pasta shells
  • Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Fry the bacon in Oil until golden brown and sizzling. Add the broccoli and wine and cook about three minutes, then add the water and cover the pan. Simmer about 30 minutes, until broccoli is tender, adding more water as required. Season with salt and pepper. After 30 minutes tip in the pasta and cook until it is al dente.

Add plenty of grated Parmesan and let stand ten minutes before serving. Can also be served cold.

 

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