Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLa ForetRibollita Recipe

Ribollita Recipe

Inspired by La Foret
Time1h
Serves6

Tuscan bread soup with vegetables and beans.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Bread and Seasoning

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prep the Vegetables

    Chop the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, potatoes, and cabbage into small, uniform pieces. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Kale

    Remove the stems from the kale and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, carrots, and celery, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.

  2. 4

    Add Garlic and Potatoes

    Stir in the minced garlic and diced potatoes, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Add Tomatoes and Cabbage

    Add the chopped tomatoes and cabbage to the pot, stirring to combine. Cook for another 5 minutes.

  4. 6

    Add Broth and Beans

    Pour in the vegetable broth and add the cannellini beans, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

  5. 7

    Incorporate Kale

    After about 20 minutes of simmering, add the chopped kale and continue to cook for another 10 minutes until all vegetables are tender.

  6. 8

    Season the Soup

    Remove the bay leaves and season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.

  7. 9

    Add Bread

    Stir in the stale rustic bread, ensuring it soaks up the broth. Let it sit for a few minutes to soften.

Serving

  1. 10

    Serve

    Ladle the ribollita into bowls, drizzle with a bit of olive oil, and sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

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