Pastina Soup
A cozy and nourishing soup featuring tiny pasta and fresh vegetables, perfect for chilly weather.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup pastina (small pasta)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth Homemade is preferred for richer flavor.
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped (or any leafy green) Other greens like kale or Swiss chard can be used.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
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Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large pot.
- Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, add the pastina and cook according to package instructions (generally 8-10 minutes) until tender.
- Stir in the chopped spinach and let it wilt for about 2 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat, ladle into bowls, and serve warm.
- Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley if desired.
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Notes
For added creativity, serve with crusty bread or salad. Consider drizzling extra virgin olive oil for enhanced flavor.