Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 2 1/2 cups cabbage ((250 grams) shredded)
  • 1 potato (peeled and medium diced)
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • 1 stalk celery (chopped)
  • 1 cup tomato puree (passata) (225 grams)
  • 6 cups vegetable broth (1 1/2 liters)
  • 2 cups borlotti beans ((3/4 cups dried soaked in water over night and drained))
  • 1/2 cup pancetta/bacon (115 grams chopped)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin **
  • 4 cups water (950 grams)
  • hot pepper flakes if desired
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 grams)

Instruction

  • In a large pot add olive oil and chopped pancetta, let brown slightly, then add the rest of the ingredients and stir to combine, bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for approximately 45-60 minutes or until beans are tender. Taste for salt and pepper, adjust if necessary. Serve with crusty Italian bread if desired.  Enjoy!** If you don't like cumin you can substitute with coriander, chipolte or smoked paprika.