Jennifer Nevins on 10/01/2020
SPICED PUMPKIN SOUP
I always like to incorporate something seasonal into my menu. A spiced pumpkin soup or butternut squash is perfect during the beautiful autumn weather.
Jennifer Nevins on 06/01/2020
MEDITERRANEAN SEAFOOD SOUP DI PAPA
This is a very hearty soup dish, and one of my Dad’s favorites. He uses fresh clams that he rakes up in the bay behind his home in North Wildwood. It’s hard to simulate that type of freshness!
Jennifer Nevins on 03/01/2020
MEATBALL SOUP WITH PASTA
This soup recipe is delicious, made with meatballs and pasta in a beef broth. Serve with grated parmesan cheese and warm Italian bread.
Jennifer Nevins on 01/01/2020
BEEF STEW
Beef stew is a great winter meal, and incorporates a relatively inexpensive cut of meat with a long cooking time to create a savory, hearty dish. This stew is delicious served with crusty semolina bread.
Jennifer Nevins on 06/01/2019
DAD'S CLAM CHOWDER
This is a very hearty soup dish. Dad uses fresh clams that he rakes up in the bay behind his home…it’s hard to simulate that type of freshness!
Jennifer Nevins on 03/01/2019
RIBOLLITA (TUSCAN BEAN SOUP)
This Tuscan bean soup recipe is similar to minestrone soup. I like to add spicy sausage for an extra kick. That ingredient can be excluded for a vegetarian option. Serve warm with freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Jennifer Nevins on 02/01/2019
FRENCH ONION SOUP
This soup is savory and delicious. The sweetness of the onions and the creaminess of the cheese is a wonderful combination.
Jennifer Nevins on 01/01/2019
ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP WITH FENNEL
I have made this recipe many times over the years….it’s always a crowd favorite. The addition of fennel gives this recipe a different flair. The soup can be made ahead of time, without the pasta. Just re-heat the soup and add the pasta the day of the event. Serve with grated cheese.
Jennifer Nevins on 01/01/2019
WHITE BEAN SOUP
This white bean soup is really hearty…perfect for a cold winter day. The creaminess of the beans, paired with the flavors of pancetta and basil pesto really makes this simple dish a treat. I like to serve this soup with garlic crostini. Any small pasta, like ditalini, can be added to this soup if desired.
Jennifer Nevins on 01/01/2019
JEN’S FAVORITE ESCAROLE AND BEAN SOUP WITH PANCETTA, MEATBALLS, PASTA AND MELTED PARMESAN
This soup is my absolute favorite, and is always on my holiday buffet. I make it often during the year as well. The soup can be made ahead of time, without the pasta. Just re-heat the soup and add pasta the day of the event. Serve with freshly grated pecorino cheese.
Jennifer Nevins on 07/01/2018
PASTINA SOUP
This is a very simple soup dish to make…the pastina cooks quickly and you can have this on your dinner table in no time. Serve this soup with freshly grated parmesan cheese for depth of flavor.
Jennifer Nevins on 05/01/2018
ITALIAN RICE SOUP
This soup has great depth of flavor, and is rich and hearty. Serve warm with grated parmesan cheese and crusty Italian bread for a delicious meal!
Jennifer Nevins on 04/01/2018
MINESTRONE SOUP
Growing up, we enjoyed minestrone soup as an alternate to the traditional pasta e fagioli. Any of your favorite vegetables can be added to this soup. Serve with grated parmesan cheese.
Jennifer Nevins on 03/01/2018
COLOMBO FAMILY PASTA E FAGIOLI (SOUTHERN REGION)
Pasta e Fagioli is a staple in our home. This soup is really hearty, inexpensive and delicious, and was one of Grandpa Colombo’s favorite dishes. Canned cannellini beans can be substituted for the dried beans…just use (2) 15-oz. cans of beans, drained, and skip the soaking and boiling method to tenderize the dried beans.
Jennifer Nevins on 02/01/2018
CECI SOUP ALLA MADONNA
We enjoyed the most delicious soup during a cooking class at “Alla Madonna del Piatto” in Assisi, Italy. The soup was made of an amazing chickpea puree, topped with the freshest extra virgin olive oil, sautéed mushrooms, croutons, fresh dill and grated pecorino cheese. It was simple and yet incredibly delicious.
Jennifer Nevins on 02/01/2018
CHICKEN SOUP WITH POLENTA DUMPLINGS
Chicken soup has always been my son, Nicholas’ favorite. This recipe kicks it into high gear by adding polenta (cornmeal) dumplings to the top of the soup. This is incredibly hearty and wonderful on a cold wintery day!
Jennifer Nevins on 01/09/2018
TORTELLINI IN BRODO WITH SPICY PORK MEATBALLS
This is a very simple soup to prepare, and very hearty with the addition of tortellini, spicy pork meatballs and roasted chicken. Serve with grated parmesan cheese.
Jennifer Nevins on 10/01/2017
CAPELLINI SOUP WITH CHICKEN BROTH
This is my chicken soup recipe, using capellini pasta. Using a purchased (or homemade) roasted chicken really adds depth of flavor. This soup is one of Nicholas’ favorites, and I make this often during the year.
Jennifer Nevins on 08/02/2017
PASTA E FAGIOLI (NORTHERN REGION)
This pasta e fagioli recipe is Jessica’s favorite, and is adapted from an Italian Cooking magazine recipe. This northern version incorporates pancetta and pureed cannellini beans for a thicker, creamier soup. Serve with grated parmesan cheese and semolina bread for dipping.
Jennifer Nevins on 08/01/2017
BAKED POTATO SOUP
I made this recipe for the first time several years ago, and everyone loved the flavor of this soup. The toppings make this soup extremely flavorful, and very filling. This recipe has been adapted from a Woman’s Day recipe.