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Traditional Italian Pastina Soup

Traditional Italian Pastina Soup

Delicious Traditional Italian Pastina Soup, a comforting dish made with pastina, chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup pastina
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  2. Add the pastina and stir occasionally. Cook for 5–7 minutes or until tender.
  3. Stir in the butter and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. If using an egg, beat it in a small bowl. Slowly drizzle it into the soup while stirring to form ribbons.
  5. Ladle into bowls and top with Parmesan and fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 11gFat: 9g

Notes

This Italian pastina soup is not only quick to prepare but also versatile; customize it with seasonal veggies or different pasta shapes to make it your own.

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