The word "Minestrone" comes from the word "Minestra," which means dish up and serve. There are variations ranging from thick and dense to more of a broth. It was originally known as Cucina Povera - or cuisine for the poor. A peasant may have killed a rabbit, or another type of meat used the bones as broth and cooked up a soup made with beans and available … [Read more...]
Tuscan Garbanzo Bell Pepper Soup
The Italians know how to make outstanding soup and this Tuscan Garbanzo Bell Pepper Soup recipe is no exception. It’s a combination of red onions, colorful bell peppers, carrots, potatoes, and Italian tomatoes with protein-rich and fiber-filled garbanzo beans. (chickpeas) Enjoy this garbanzo bell pepper soup! The soup recipe above is best served hot with artisan or … [Read more...]
Costa Rican Shrimp, Chicken with Mango Salsa and Beans Recipe
My daughter and one of her girlfriends took a trip to Costa Rica and had a meal that was typical of what is often served there. her dinner was a mix of shrimp and chicken with mango served on a plate with salsa and beans. It inspired her to come up with these recipes. Costa Rican food is one of the reasons, the island is a longevity hotspot. Enjoy this recipe! Costa … [Read more...]
