"This recipe is a meal on its own; for an extra hearty Italian meal, try serving with Florentine Meatballs...."
INGREDIENTS
•
Ingredients
•
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), plus some for drizzling
•
4-6 cloves garlic, chopped
•
1 medium to large onion, finely chopped
•
1 can diced tomatoes (15 ounces)
•
1 ocan crushed tomatoes (28 ounces)
•
Salt and pepper
•
1 quart chicken stock
•
4 cups stale bread (about 1/2 pound), chopped or torn
•
2 cans small white beans – smaller than cannellini beans (15 ounces each), such as Goya brand
•
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, to pass at the table
•
10 fresh basil leaves, torn (optional)
•
Serves 4