Italian Pastina Soup
This Italian Pastina Soup recipe is a comforting, quick, and nourishing dish made with tiny pasta simmered in a flavorful broth, enriched with egg and parmesan cheese. Perfect for cozy meals or when you’re feeling under the weather, this classic Italian comfort food is simple, soothing, and delicious.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- ¾ cup pastina (tiny pasta)
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Bring the broth to a gentle boil in a medium pot over medium heat.
- Add pastina and cook according to package instructions, stirring occasionally.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and grated parmesan cheese.
- Reduce heat to low and slowly pour in the egg mixture while stirring continuously to create a creamy texture.
- Add butter and stir until melted. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Remove from heat, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
Stir constantly when adding the egg to avoid scrambling.Add extra broth if the soup thickens too much.Use high-quality broth for the best flavor.
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