Description
Discover the classic Italian comfort food with our easy-to-follow Pastina recipe. This guide covers everything from essential ingredients to step-by-step instructions, ensuring a perfect bowl of pastina every time. Ideal for quick meals, this versatile dish can be adapted to various diets and preferences
Ingredients
Pastina pasta (e.g., acini de pepe, stelline, or orzo)
Chicken, vegetable, or beef broth (2 to 4 cups)
Grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese
Butter (1-2 tablespoons)
Salt and Pepper to taste
Optional: Egg, fresh herbs (parsley or basil), vegetables (peas, carrots)
Instructions
- Boil 2 cups of broth in a medium saucepan.
- Add 1 cup of pastina pasta.
- Simmer on low heat for 5-8 minutes until tender.
- Stir in butter until melted.
- Add grated cheese and stir.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm with optional garnishes.
Notes
- Adjust broth quantity for desired consistency.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add-ins like egg, vegetables, or herbs can enhance flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course/Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (1/4th of total)
- Calories: 200 (approximate)
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg