List of Italian soups

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== List of Italian soups ==

Italian cuisine is renowned for its rich and diverse array of soups, each with unique regional variations and ingredients. Below is a list of some of the most popular and traditional Italian soups.

Minestrone[edit | edit source]

Minestrone is a thick soup made with vegetables, often with the addition of pasta or rice. Common ingredients include beans, onions, celery, carrots, stock, and tomatoes. It is a staple in Italian cuisine and varies widely across different regions.

Ribollita[edit | edit source]

Ribollita is a hearty Tuscan soup made with leftover bread, cannellini beans, and vegetables such as kale, cabbage, and carrots. The name means "reboiled," reflecting the traditional method of reheating the soup.

Zuppa Toscana[edit | edit source]

Zuppa Toscana is a traditional soup from the Tuscany region, typically made with Italian sausage, kale, potatoes, and cream. It is known for its rich and creamy texture.

Acquacotta[edit | edit source]

Acquacotta is a simple, rustic soup from the Maremma area of Tuscany. It is made with stale bread, tomatoes, onions, and olive oil, often enriched with poached eggs and grated cheese.

Stracciatella[edit | edit source]

Stracciatella (soup) is an egg drop soup from the Lazio region, made by drizzling a mixture of beaten eggs and grated cheese into boiling broth, creating thin, ragged strands.

Pasta e fagioli[edit | edit source]

Pasta e fagioli is a traditional Italian soup made with pasta and beans. It is a hearty and filling dish, often flavored with garlic, onions, and tomatoes.

Zuppa di pesce[edit | edit source]

Zuppa di pesce is a fish soup that varies by region but typically includes a variety of seafood such as fish, clams, mussels, and shrimp, cooked in a tomato-based broth.

Garmugia[edit | edit source]

Garmugia is a spring vegetable soup from Lucca, made with fresh seasonal vegetables like artichokes, asparagus, and peas, often with the addition of pancetta or ground meat.

Pappa al pomodoro[edit | edit source]

Pappa al pomodoro is a thick Tuscan soup made with tomatoes, stale bread, olive oil, garlic, and basil. It is typically served warm and has a porridge-like consistency.

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