“Minestrone originally was a very humble dish and was intended for everyday consumption, being filling and cheap, and would likely have been the main course of a meal. Minestrone is part of what is known in Italy as cucina povera (literally “poor kitchen”) meaning poorer people’s cuisine.Due to its unique origins and the absence of [...]
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February 18, 2008Posted in Italian, Minestrone soup, No Croutons required, Uncategorized | 5 Comments »
Menu Plan Monday
February 18, 2008I’m making a few soups this week, starting with Minestrone, as suggested by The Mother of this Lot at Mothers Pride. I’m entering it into the ‘No Croutons Required’ hosted by Lisa’s Kitchen and Holler at Tinned Tomatoes… . Monday~ Minestrone with a twist…. Tuesday~Day Off (Bossy’s Confirmation, eating out) Wednesday~Roasted Vegetable Thursday~ Hearty Vegetable Friday~ Leek and [...]
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Menu Planner Monday
February 3, 2008I’m off to England on Friday morning for my brothers 50th. So this week is a short one, but an adventurous one, too. I’m making four things I’ve never attempted before. Awesome grilled Cheese Sandwiches (Steak for Chef!) Delias Pancakes Chris’s Comfort Dish Tasty Taco Lasagne And next week I can’t wait to make these, [...]
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