Minestrone with Fennel & Garlic by World's Longest Living Family | Low Carb

Today, a humble soup, Minestrone makes an appearance here. This is what the longest living family ate every day in Sardinia, Italy.  The recipe is almost exact.  It is full of beans and vegetables which make it one of the most nutritious one-pot meals you can make.  Even though its summer and hot out, I had to try this soup recipe to see what it … Continue reading Minestrone with Fennel & Garlic by World's Longest Living Family | Low Carb

Tuscan White Bean Stew

Ribollita is an authentic Tuscan stew. It literally means “reboiled” in Italian because it was inspired by what ingredients were available at hand. It originated as a peasant dish in the Middle Ages. Ribollita always included a mix of beans, vegetables, and bread to make a hearty stew. The first time I had this soup was when I studied in Florence, Italy, and it quickly became … Continue reading Tuscan White Bean Stew