Italian Pastina Soup
This classic Italian comfort soup features tiny star-shaped pasta cooked in a rich chicken broth with vegetables and fresh herbs. It is a simple yet deeply nourishing dish that has been passed down through Italian families for generations.
A cozy Italian soup with tiny pastina pasta simmered in golden chicken broth with carrots and celery.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
Base
Pasta
Vegetables
Aromatics
Fat
Topping
Instructions
Saute the Vegetables
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion carrots and celery and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
Add the Broth
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium high heat. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Allow the broth to develop flavor for about 5 minutes.
Cook the Pastina
Add the pastina pasta directly to the simmering broth. Stir frequently to prevent the pasta from sticking together. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the pasta is tender and has absorbed some of the broth.
Adjust Consistency
If the soup is too thick add an additional half cup of warm chicken broth to reach your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Keep the heat on low while adjusting.
Serve and Garnish
Ladle the hot pastina soup into bowls and top generously with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately with crusty Italian bread on the side for dipping. Enjoy this warm and comforting bowl of goodness.
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