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Buridda con Prosciutto Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb. of fresh fish (such as cod, halibut, or haddock)
- 1/2 cup of olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup of white wine
- 1/2 cup of tomato sauce
- 1/4 lb. of prosciutto, chopped
- 1/4 cup of chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Rinse the fish and cut it into bite-sized pieces.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent.
4. Add the white wine and tomato sauce and bring to a simmer.
5. Add the chopped prosciutto and parsley and stir to combine.
6. Add the fish to the pot and stir gently to coat with the sauce.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Cover the pot and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
9. Serve hot with crusty bread.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 350
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 30g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Any firm white fish can be used in place of cod, halibut, or haddock.
- Bacon can be used in place of prosciutto.

Variations:
- Add chopped clams or shrimp to the pot.
- Use red wine instead of white wine.
- Add chopped fennel or celery to the pot.

Tips and tricks:
- Be gentle when stirring the fish to avoid breaking it apart.
- Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice for added brightness.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in a pot over low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in individual bowls with crusty bread on the side.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or lemon wedges.

Garnishes:
- Chopped parsley
- Lemon wedges

Pairings:
- Crusty bread
- White wine

Suggested side dishes:
- Roasted vegetables
- Salad

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thin, simmer uncovered for a few minutes to thicken.
- If the fish is overcooked, reduce the cooking time or use a lower heat.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the fish is fully cooked before serving.
- Store leftovers promptly in the refrigerator.

Food history:
- Buridda con Prosciutto is a traditional Italian fish stew from Liguria.

Flavor profiles:
- Savory, salty, and slightly sweet.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot with crusty bread and a glass of white wine.

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Taste: Savory, Salty, Rich, Umami