Minestra di Granchio -- Crab Soup

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   Heat 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil in a large pot or soup kettle over medium high heat.

2. 2

   Add onion, fennel slices and garlic.

3. 3

   Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Saute until onion and fennel are tender, stirring frequently and adjusting the heat if the vegetables are browning too quickly.

5. 5

   About 10-15 minutes.

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   Add tomatoes with juice and 2 cups of broth.

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   Bring to a boil.

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   Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until the vegetables are very tender and the flavors melded.

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   About 15-20 minutes.

10. 10

    Stir in crabmeat.

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    Add more broth to the pot, in 1/4 cupfuls to slightly thin soup or to bring to your favored consistency.

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    Simmer for just a few minutes, 5-6, to heat crab through.

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    Season to taste with salt and pepper.

14. 14

    Duvude soup into bowls, sprinkle with chopped fennel fronds, drizzle with a small amount of Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and serve with the thick slices of Italian Bread toast.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.