Cozy Italian Pastina Soup for Comfort on Chilly Nights

This Cozy Italian Pastina Soup is a comforting dish perfect for chilly nights, featuring creamy broth, tender vegetables, and tiny pasta.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Soups

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Soup

1 medium Yellow or white onion Adds sweetness and depth to the broth
2 medium Carrots Provides natural sweetness and earthy tones
2 stalks Celery sticks Introduces a fresh, crisp flavor
6 cups Chicken or vegetable broth Flavorful base for the soup
1 piece Parmesan rind Enhances the complexity of the broth’s flavor
1 cup Pastina pasta Tiny pasta that cooks quickly
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Adds a creamy texture and savory taste
Salt and pepper Essential for seasoning
1/4 cup Fresh parsley For garnish, adding color and freshness

Equipment

large pot
blender
Slotted Spoon

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Begin by roughly chopping one onion, two carrots, and two celery sticks.
In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped veggies and sauté for about 5 minutes.
Pour in 6 cups of chicken or vegetable broth and toss in a Parmesan rind if available. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil.
After simmering, carefully remove the pot from heat and blend the veggies with a ladleful of broth.
Add 1 cup of pastina pasta to the soup base, stirring continuously until the pasta is soft and tender.
Once the pasta is cooked, season with salt and pepper as needed and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with shredded chicken or fresh greens as desired.

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