Italian Pastina Soup: Discover the Secret to Comfort!
Italian Pastina Soup is a comforting and hearty dish made with tiny pasta, vegetables, and flavorful broth, perfect for any time of the year.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pastina pasta
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a little oil over medium heat and sauté the onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the pastina and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Stir in the chopped spinach and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or zucchini.
- This soup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a vegan version, use vegetable broth and omit the cheese.