Minestra di Pasta Ceci e Broccoli
Category: First Courses
Serves: 4
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Mini Pipe Rigate (or any small pasta) | 300g |
| Ripe Tomatoes (chopped) | 150g |
| Fresh Spring Onion (white part only) | 70g |
| Canned Cooked Chickpeas | 400g |
| Fresh Broccoli (cut into florets) | 400g |
| Bay Leaf | 1 |
| Water | 1L |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | q.b. (as needed) |
| Fine Salt | q.b. (to taste) |
| Black Pepper | q.b. (to taste) |
Instructions
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Prepare the Ingredients:
Begin by slicing the white part of the spring onion into thin rounds. Then, wash the ripe tomatoes and cut them into medium-sized dice. Next, separate the broccoli into florets. -
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Sauté the Onion and Tomatoes:
In a large pot, pour a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Over medium heat, sauté the sliced spring onion, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon for about 1 minute until soft and fragrant. -
Add the Tomatoes and Bay Leaf:
Once the onion has softened, add the diced tomatoes and bay leaf (either fresh or dried). Stir to combine, and let it cook for a few minutes over medium heat. -
Add Water and Simmer:
Pour in the water, reserving 100g of the total amount. Season the mixture with salt to taste. Allow the soup to simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. -
Prepare the Chickpea Puree:
In a separate bowl, take the remaining 200g of chickpeas and add the reserved 100g of water. Use an immersion blender to blend them into a smooth puree. -
Combine the Puree with the Soup:
After the 10 minutes of simmering, add the chickpea puree into the soup. Stir to combine and cook for another 5-8 minutes. Make sure to remove the bay leaf before proceeding to the next step. -
Cook the Pasta:
Add the pasta into the soup and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. -
Final Touches:
Once the pasta is cooked, adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve the Minestra di Pasta Ceci e Broccoli hot, drizzling a little extra virgin olive oil over each serving for a finishing touch.
Enjoy the comforting and hearty Minestra di Pasta Ceci e Broccoli—a perfect dish to warm you up on any occasion! Serve it with a side of crusty bread for a complete meal.
