Description
Pastina is a small pasta that is often used in soups or as a comforting side dish. This recipe highlights its versatility and ease of preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pastina
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add pastina and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of cream before serving.
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
- Experiment with adding vegetables like spinach or peas for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: pastina, Italian comfort food, pasta, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese