Pappa Al Pomodoro (Tuscan Bread And Tomato Soup)

Name: Pappa Al Pomodoro (Tuscan Bread And Tomato Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 small onion, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (28-ounce) can chopped tomatoes, with juice; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; Pinch of sugar; Pinch of red chili flakes; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 4 cups water; 1 pound stale country bread, crusts removed, cut into cubes (about 7 cups); 2 to 3 tablespoons slivered fresh basil

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 (28-ounce) can chopped tomatoes, with juice
2 tablespoons tomato paste
Pinch of sugar
Pinch of red chili flakes
Salt and freshly ground pepper
4 cups water
1 pound stale country bread, crusts removed, cut into cubes (about 7 cups)
2 to 3 tablespoons slivered fresh basil

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1. Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large, heavy soup pot over medium-low heat. Add the onion, and cook, stirring, until tender, about five minutes. Meanwhile, pulse the tomatoes in a food processor fitted with the steel blade until coarsely blended.
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2. Add the garlic to the pot. Cook, stirring, for about a minute until fragrant. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, red chili flakes, and salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have cooked down, about 10 minutes.
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3. Stir the bread cubes into the tomatoes. Add the water, half the basil and salt to taste. Increase the heat, and simmer, stirring and mashing the bread, for about 10 minutes until the soup is thick, like pap. Stir in the remaining basil, and taste and adjust the seasonings. Serve hot, warm or room temperature with the remaining olive oil drizzled over each serving.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 small onion, chopped, 4 garlic cloves, minced, 1 (28-ounce) can chopped tomatoes, with juice, and more.

Yes, Pappa Al Pomodoro (Tuscan Bread And Tomato Soup) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!