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I just want you to know that this looks so good, I have had this tab open on my laptop since you published. I don't have an oven in Paris but I figured there has to be a way around that!

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This makes me happier than you know! Gah, that's a tough one! What about a mini-kitchen torch?! I'll keep thinking...

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A kitchen torch! I don't have one, but, maybe? I do have a microwave that might be a convection oven of some variety but I'm not sure. It's a rental and we just moved in a few months ago.

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If it does have one that should do the trick!

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Cabbage stew forever!

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Forever!

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Dear Colu, we made the soup last night. The taste was wonderful. My family comments included that the celery and cabbage were not cooked enough. Also, that the croutons were too soggy. I am sure this was all related to my cooking, but it was quested that the bread could be toasted before adding to the top of the pan. Have you tried this? I am certain that you have.

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You can certainly pre-toast! All ovens/stoves are different, so please feel free to tweak to your liking. Same with the cabbage!

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Oh my goodness, what an instant uplift - Sugo! Documentary Now! The stew!! Thank you, Colu. Sugo is adorable, congratulations. And sincere & deepest thanks for reminding me about Documentary Now! It is truly brilliant and I haven't seen the most recent (though I think about the Grey Gardens episode often). Also biggest thanks for the stew recipe, this is going to make my beloved very, very happy 💗

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Thank you, dear Chloe! He's already brought so much joy. The Grey Gardens one is also a fave!! I hope you and yours have a lovely weekend and make stew. xo

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'twas a roaring success!! Thank you, thank you xo

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Amazing to hear!! Thank you for sharing! ❤️

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Oct 26, 2023Liked by Colu Henry

Great post. Thanks for sharing the happy news about your adorable pup.

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Thank you, Louisa!! xx

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Oct 26, 2023Liked by Colu Henry

Congratulations on the new puppy Colu he is just adorable ! The soup looks delicious and I think I’ll make it this week it is really starting to get cold here in Washington state

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Thank you, Kathleen! He's a good boy. I hope you make and enjoy it. I saw eastern WA got some snow this week. Wild!

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Oct 27, 2023Liked by Colu Henry

Yes and so it begins 😊

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Sugo, I can't wait to meet you...what a beautiful mama/papa you have. And this soup.....YESSSSSS🔥

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He's very excited to meet you. He told me so! And, I do think you'll like the soup! xx

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Ooh. It's snowing here today, and I've got a pot of Rancho Gordo white beans on the stove to make a version of this with a local smoked pork chop added to make my guy happy (though I think the cheesy croutons will do the trick.

Also -- Unlitro is nice! I can't drink much red now (wakes me up all night) but I had a bottle of that this summer when we had guests and it's such a lovely, old-fashioned, wine-with-food kind of wine.

And welcome Sugo! What a face that dog has!

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Charlotte, that sounds perfect! I would use Rancho Gordo too. I hope you both enjoyed dinner! Agreed it's a perfect wine with good wine. Sugo says thank you! xx

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It was delicious (tho someone picked around the vegetables. sigh) BUT i LOVE learning a new technique! I toasted the croutons in the oven before putting them on the soup for extra crunch, but I'm going to use this *all the time* this winter ... it's adds such great texture and flavor ... and while someone doesn't like vegetables, he's a huge fan of bread and cheese in all it's permutations.

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Hahahaha! I'm so glad you made it and enjoyed it. It IS a fun trick. I'm a fan of bread and cheese too, ugh! x

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Sugo! Such a cutie. And I recently discovered Unlitro! Talk about a fun bang for your buck.

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He really is! And, I'm glad you're in agreement about the wine. It's so good and so reasonable!

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Sugo is such a gentleman! My favorite pics of my pooch are with his paws crossed 💕💕💕💕 Thank you so much for sharing Pizza Night. Means the world. Looking forward to the next AMA... I am a huge fan of Utica greens, so my interest is piqued already. xo

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He really is! My pleasure. I'm so excited for this book!! And, hurrah re Utica Greens! xo

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Omg Sugo 🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹 Documentary Now is such an LOL!!

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Sugo is a good boy! Right?! I really hope they do another season!

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Looks fabulous! When I get settled in my new digs, will try out!

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Let me know how it goes!

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Oh yes, I'm definitely making this ❤️

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I hope you do! I think it's right up your alley! xx

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Oct 25, 2023Liked by Colu Henry

I’ll come to the US for your next book signing if you bring Sugo.

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Oct 25, 2023Liked by Colu Henry

God, what a great post! First congratulations on your new baby Suuuuuuuuugo!!!!!!! And second, I’m making that recipe tonight!!!

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Thank you dear, Hannah!! And you better! xx

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Dec 30, 2023Liked by Colu Henry

I made this last night and it was absolutely delicious! I added guanciale, aged Gruyère and used Como for the croutons. My husband is still talking about it this morning. 😋

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This makes me so happy to hear! Guanciale is a brilliant add. I'm working on a new stew now that I hope you'll enjoy! Happy new year! ❤️💫

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