Whether I'm looking for a hearty lunch or a comforting dinner, it’s difficult to beat a big bowl of minestrone, topped with a ...

If you thought Italian food was all heavy pasta ... To serve, place a few chunks of the bread on the bottom of each warmed bowl and ladle soup over the top.

Well, clubsters, let’s call it a wrap. Not that you should put your ladles away. There will be plenty of chilly nights in the next couple of months when a pot of soup is the most welcome dinner.

Artisanal bread makes an ideal accompaniment to classic Italian vegetarian dishes, elevating flavors and textures. The ...