Tuscan · Soup
Artichokes, favas, peas and asparagus in a light savory broth.
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Garmugia is a spring specialty of Lucca in Tuscany. It gathers artichokes, fava beans, peas and asparagus in a light broth enriched with modest amounts of beef and pancetta.
Technique notes
Tuscan kitchen
Tuscan garmugia is a delicate spring soup with artichokes, fava beans, peas, asparagus, beef and pancetta.
Heat oil, cook pancetta 4 minutes, then add beef and brown lightly.
Add scallions and artichokes; cook 5 minutes without deep browning.
Add stock and fava beans; simmer 10 minutes. Add peas and asparagus.
Simmer 6–8 minutes until vegetables are just tender. Season and add parsley.
Review ingredient labels for allergens and cross-contact. Follow the recipe’s handling notes, refrigerate perishable food promptly, and use an instant-read thermometer where a safe internal temperature is specified.
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Garmugia is a spring specialty of Lucca in Tuscany. It gathers artichokes, fava beans, peas and asparagus in a light broth enriched with modest amounts of beef and pancetta.
Refrigerate for up to 3 days; reheat gently to protect the vegetables.
Serve with toasted country bread, olive oil and black pepper.
