Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup diced provula casale cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)
Special equipment needed:
- Blender or immersion blender
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the dried basil and oregano to the pot and cook for another minute.
3. Add the crushed tomatoes and chicken or vegetable broth to the pot and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes.
5. Using a blender or immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth.
6. Add the diced provula casale cheese to the soup and stir until melted.
7. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Simmer on low heat
Serving size:
4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 200
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Protein: 10g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Fresh basil can be used instead of dried basil and oregano.
- Mozzarella or provolone cheese can be used instead of provula casale cheese.
Variations:
- Add cooked pasta or rice to the soup for a heartier meal.
- Add cooked Italian sausage or ground beef for a meaty version of the soup.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a blender or immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Be careful when blending hot liquids to avoid splatters.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Storage instructions:
Store the soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the soup in a bowl with a garnish of chopped fresh basil leaves.
Garnishes:
Chopped fresh basil leaves
Pairings:
- Crusty bread
- Salad
Suggested side dishes:
- Garlic bread
- Caesar salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too thick, add more broth or water to thin it out.
- If the soup is too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes to reduce and thicken.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the soup to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
Food history:
Provula casale cheese is a type of Italian cheese that originated in the town of Casale Monferrato in the Piedmont region of Italy.
Flavor profiles:
The soup has a rich tomato flavor with a creamy and slightly tangy taste from the provula casale cheese.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the soup as a starter or as a main dish with a side of crusty bread and a salad.
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Region: Italian