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lentil and vegetable soup, a healthy choice – Italian cuisine reinvented by Gordon Ramsay

lentil and vegetable soup, a healthy choice



There lentil and vegetable soup it is a substantial and nutritious dish, which fits into the context of vegetarian cuisine, offering a balanced combination of vegetable proteins and rich flavours. Not belonging to a specific region or culture, this preparation reflects the global approach towards a healthy and sustainable lifestyle. Legumes, prepared in the form of soup, have long been an ancient food, with origins dating back thousands of years. They have been a fundamental component of diets in various cultures throughout history. The lentils they are particularly appreciated for their protein richness, culinary versatility and ease of cultivation, factors which have contributed to spreading their use in many gastronomic traditions.

Vegetables, also key components of vegetarian dietadd freshness, vitamins and minerals to it vegetarian recipe, creating a synergy of flavors and textures. The dish can be served on different occasions. Its versatile nature makes it ideal as a main meal in a light dinner or as a side dish in a more structured menu. The preparation is generally long, as it requires thesoaking the lentils and cooking them until they obtain a tender but not mushy consistency. The vegetables (carrots, celery and onion), are chopped and sautéed in olive oil to develop the flavours. After mixing the ingredients, the dish is flavored with aromatic herbs, such as rosemary and thyme, for a touch of particular depth. Finally, the dish can be accompanied by fresh vegetables (cherry tomatoes and cucumbers), to add a note of freshness and a contrast of textures. The flavor combination is complemented by a light vinaigrette made with red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard and minced garlic. Don’t hesitate and prepare this delicious lentil and vegetable soup too.



The definitive guide to the choice of panettone – Italian Cuisine

The definitive guide to the choice of panettone


The panettone is not all the same. Not even the craft one. Until a few years in addition to the industry, only a few did it, then the best could be counted on the fingers of one hand, now the competition has become ruthless

The disciplinary by decree (which applies to all)

Panettone is one of the few standards regulated by a ministerial decree, so you will never find hydrogenated vegetable fats, margarine, artificial flavors and other ingredients that are widely used by the confectionery industry in other products. Mother yeast and fresh eggs, as well as a two-leavening process, are part of the law and indispensable for affixing the Panettone label. Eggs and butter can be frozen, UHT milk, powdered yeast, candied fruit made with glucose syrup … The quality of raisins and flour can then be top, or just enough. The definable panettone, artisanal or industrial, are already good products, but it is on the raw material and the processing that the true difference is played.

Panettone artisan, what does it mean?

Panettone artisan means everything and nothing. Craftsman is literally the one who personally and professionally leads his own company by carrying out his own work, even manually, in the production process. It does not produce in series only in an automated way but with a manual processing and has a maximum number of 22 employees.

Panettone produced in hundreds or thousands of pieces are certainly handcrafted (not necessarily good). But when you exceed 10,000 pieces, 30 thousand? The Bauli to speak produces more than 8 million panettone, obviously there is no game, but the wording is still misleading. A 2003 ministerial circular reaffirms that wordings such as "artisan production" do not guarantee superior organoleptic, nutritional or health quality; also states that another analogous term, that is "hand-worked", does not increase the quality of the product and that it can be indicated as a guarantee on the method, only if it is possible to demonstrate the manual execution of all the phases of the production process.

As for ice cream, the definition of “artisan” leaves a little to the time it finds, since it only guarantees that the creaming has taken place on the spot, and not if it is made from fresh raw materials or semi-finished products to which to add just water or milk. Ditto for the panettone, it is artisanal if it is manipulated, but this does not necessarily form by form.

Emulsifiers, flavorings and semi-finished products

Emulsifiers or preservatives sorbic acid and potassium sorbate are allowed by the disciplinary and should not be demonized but mean that the deadline is being extended…. the emulsifiers guarantee a better conservation of the product in a natural way but an artisanal product without additions lasts a maximum of 40 days, within 30 it gives its maximum. If it lasts a couple of months or until March, a light bulb should light up. The aromas, natural of course, are used to give a nice scent even in the absence of long and wasteful processing such as candied fruit pastes, infusions of citrus peel, true vanilla berries (very expensive). Behind aromas and preservatives are often hidden the famous "semi-finished products", ie mixes of flour and dried yeast that make life easier for those with little experience or want to save time – they are widespread, often even sponsor of sector competitions.

The Milanese disciplinary

The Milan Chamber of Commerce registered a trademark in 2003 which certifies that the panettone is produced in a traditional way. The use of the trademark is regulated by a production regulation drawn up by the "Milanese Confectioners' Committee" consisting of representatives of sector trade associations and a consumer representative. The Panettone Tipico of the Milanese Artisan Tradition cannot be sold more than thirty days from the date of production, because it is free of preservatives, and it is not allowed to use any other ingredient, even if harmless, such as: brewer's yeast, starch, vegetable fats ( excluding cocoa butter), whey and derivatives, soy lecithin, emulsifiers, dyes, artificial flavors, preservatives (sorbic acid and potassium sorbate). Also excluded are mixes of flour, semi-finished products, mono and diglycerides and candied fruits with sulfur dioxide – which are instead granted, even in many competitions.

the differences and the choice of fruit – Italian Cuisine

the differences and the choice of fruit


There are so many that you often don't know which to prepare or choose. Of every color, made with every type of fruit and vegetable. But what is better for our well-being?

"Do you want to drink a smoothie or do you prefer a smoothie?" Have you been in crisis with this question? frightened from the English-speaking name you feel reassured by the smoothie. Then on the menu you will also find the centrifuged; plunged into uncertainty. To choose well we discover then what differentiates them.

Differences between smoothies, centrifuged and smoothies

Many names to indicate well-being concentrates. Let's start with the difference between centrifuged and smoothies. The centrifuged is a concentrate of vitamins and mineral salts obtained by fruit or vegetable centrifuge. The extractor separates the juice from the pulp and peel. Therefore often centrifuged is synonymous with extract. The shake it is a drink obtained by mixing pureed fruit and fresh milk. The milkshake is obtained when the ice cream. The smoothie, finally, it is a pureed fruit or vegetable drink; water is added in the preparation and light yogurt or, if you are vegan, soy milk.

A wellness centrifuge

Any doubt clarified we can identify in centrifuge the real elixir of good health. Compared to smoothies and smoothies, i centrifuged are leaner and suitable for purifying. To do it you need an extractor that separate the fibers of fruit and vegetables from the final drink. Now there are several home versions. It is important that thejuice extractor is cold since in this way the micronutrients (vitamins and antioxidants) of fruit and vegetables that with traditional blenders will often be lost will be maintained. For your recipes you can combine fruits and vegetables together or choose based on the color that represents the property of the food.

A rainbow of colors

The colors of fruit and vegetables represent specific properties to be known to offer your body the substances it needs most. The red of strawberries, cherries, turnips, beets, pomegranates promotes the cardiovascular system and fights free radicals. The yellow of citrus fruits, pineapple, carrots indicates anti-inflammatory power and is effective against cellular aging. The green of asparagus, mint, avocado, kiwi, rocket, basil it is indicative of an extraordinary antioxidant power due to chlorophyll. The Violet of blueberries, blackberries, figs, chicory indicates anti-inflammatory and defense properties for the immune system. You just have to experiment and do the full of well-being in whatever form you want, be it smoothies, centrifuged and smoothies.

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