Description
A comforting and flavorful Pastina Soup recipe that combines tiny pasta with a delicate egg drop in a savory Parmesan-infused broth. This Italian-inspired soup is easy to make and perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3/4 cup pastina (or other tiny pasta like acini di pepe)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a gentle boil. Add the pastina and cook according to package instructions, usually about 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- While the pastina cooks, whisk the egg in a small bowl. Once the pasta is tender, lower the heat and stir in the butter.
- Slowly drizzle the whisked egg into the soup while stirring continuously to create delicate egg ribbons. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and incorporated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth or stir in a splash of cream.
- You can also add small veggies like diced carrots or peas for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
