Easy Italian Soffritto Recipe
Soffritto is the classic base of Italian cooking! Soffritto adds depth to sauces, soups, and stews. This blend of finely diced onions, celery, and carrots is gently sautéed in extra-virgin olive oil to release its aromatic flavors, making it essential in any Italian kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 mediumonion (finely diced (about 1 cup))
- 1 mediumcarrot (finely diced (about 1/2 cup))
- 1celery stalk (finely diced (about 1/2 cup))
- 2 tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Vegetables: Finely dice the onion, carrot, and celery for even cooking.
- 2
Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over low to medium heat.
- 3
Cook the Vegetables: Add the onion, carrot, and celery to the skillet. Sauté slowly, stirring occasionally, for about 10-15 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened and slightly golden. Be careful not to let them brown.
- 4
Use as a Base: Your soffritto is now ready to be used as a flavorful base for sauces, soups, or stews.