A Cheesy Soup Trick
This soup takes inspiration from an Italian minestrone soup, with a tomato-based stock and a wedge of a hard cheese rind.
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This Dish Is a Favorite French Bistro Classic
This dish is delicious served hot or chilled as a first course on a beautifully arranged platter.
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