What is the Italian term for a base of minced aromatics like onions, carrots, and celery, lightly sautéed in oil?
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Soffritto
Soffritto typically consists of onions, carrots, and celery slowly cooked in olive oil. It is the foundation for many Italian soups, sauces, and stews, similar to the French mirepoix.
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