Description
Pastina Soup is a classic Italian comfort dish made with tiny star-shaped pasta in a warm, savory broth. Light, nourishing, and easy to make, it’s perfect for cold days or when you need a little comfort.
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 3/4 cup pastina (tiny star-shaped pasta)
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a gentle boil.
- Add the pastina and cook according to package instructions, usually 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the pastina is tender, reduce heat to low.
- Stir in butter and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- (Optional) Beat the egg in a small bowl, then slowly drizzle it into the soup while stirring continuously to create silky egg ribbons.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Add shredded cooked chicken for extra protein.Stir in spinach or chopped vegetables for more nutrients.Use an egg yolk instead of a whole egg for a creamier result.Make it dairy-free by using butter and cheese alternatives or omitting them.Pastina can be substituted with orzo or acini di pepe.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
