Manestra - Poor Greek Soup Recipe

Manestra - Poor Greek Soup Recipe

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Think of this as what a college student makes after the tuition and books bill has been paid. Not really a dish served for guests - just a soup you ma

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Cooking tools:

  • Garlic press
  • Saucepan
  • Stove
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Grater
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Wooden spoon
  • Ladle
  • Serving bowl

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 4 large garlic cloves, pressed
  • 1 teaspoon oregano, dried
  • 2 1/2 lbs tomatoes, chopped into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 8 cups water
  • 1/3 cup orzo pasta
  • 1/3 cup parmesan cheese or 1/3 cup kefalotyri, grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon mint, shredded (optional)

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