Countless Tuscan dishes have peasant origins and this recipe is no exception. Ribollita means “re-boiled” and in the old days, the previous day’s Minestrone was invigorated and given some additional girth with the addition of old bread. The classic ingredients are cannellini or Great Northern Beans, vegetables and bread, although there are countless variations – however, without the bread it is just veggie soup and not genuine. One of the secrets to an authentic Ribollita is to puree some of…
