One Soup, Four Wines – Part 1
Description
This recipe collection focuses on the essential flavor bases for a sophisticated Mediterranean bean soup. It details the preparation of a vibrant infused olive oil, combining garlic, sage, rosemary, and parsley with both regular and extra-virgin olive oils for depth. Additionally, it guides you through making a slow-cooked sofregito, a robust tomato-onion base simmered with herbs until deeply caramelized. These components provide the aromatic backbone for hearty vegan soups, ensuring every bowl is packed with complex, home-style flavor. Perfect for meal prepping, these bases can be made in advance and stored for quick weeknight meals or special gatherings.Ingredients
Directions
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For the Infused Olive Oil: In a small pot, heat the regular olive oil over medium-low heat.
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Add the minced garlic, sage, rosemary, and parsley to the warm oil.
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When the oil begins to sizzle gently, remove the pot from the heat.
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Let the mixture sit for a few minutes until the herbs turn bright green and infuse the oil.
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Allow the oil to cool slightly, then stir in the extra-virgin olive oil.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring the mixture is heavily seasoned as it will be used sparingly.
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For the Sofregito: Heat a heavy sauté pan over medium heat and pour in the extra-virgin olive oil.
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Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onions and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until they turn soft and golden brown, about 20 minutes.
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Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 5 minutes until it begins to color slightly.
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Add the chopped plum tomatoes and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until they begin to blend with the onions, about 20 minutes.
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Add the minced parsley and sage, and cook for another 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1050kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 115g177%
- Saturated Fat 16g80%
- Sodium 150mg7%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Dietary Fiber 5g20%
- Sugars 12g
- Protein 4g8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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