Italian Potato Soup

Italian potato Soup

(8-16 servings)

Ingredients:

2 tbsp. Extra-Virgin Olive Oil

6 oz. Pancetta, diced

2 medium Yellow Onions, chopped

5 cloves Fresh Garlic, minced

¾ tsp. Kosher Salt

½ tsp. Black Pepper

3 lb. Baking Potatoes, peeled & diced

6 cups Chicken Broth

1 can (28 oz.) Whole Peeled Tomatoes (see note)

4 sprigs Fresh Oregano

Directions:

In a large heavy pot, heat oil over medium heat.  Add pancetta and brown stirring occasionally for about 6 minutes.  Stir in the onions, garlic, salt and pepper.  Cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden.  Now add potatoes, broth, tomatoes and oregano.  Bring to a gentle boil and cook 45 to 60 minutes or until potatoes are very soft and starting to fall apart.  Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper and serve.

Note:               Try to use “San Marzano” tomatoes.  They cost a little more but add great flavor.  The tomatoes will break up as they cook.  You may need to help at the end if they remain too large of pieces.

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