Zuppa povera (poor mans soup)

Cooking Soups Zuppa povera (poor mans soup)

This budget-friendly soup is warm and hearty for cold winter nights.

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the sliced fennel (not the fronds) and fry 5-10 minutes until fennel begins to turn golden. Add the stock, season with salt and pepper and bring to the boil. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, brush the bread on both sides with remaining olive oil, place on a tray and bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden. Top with the grated parmesan and return to the oven for a further 5 minutes or until melted. Finely chop the reserved fennel fronds and add to the soup, stir to combine. Divide the soup between four bowls and serve with the parmesan toasts.

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