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Italian Pastina Soup Recipe

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Italian Pastina Soup is a comforting and hearty dish featuring a rich vegetable and Parmesan broth with tender pureed vegetables and tiny pastina pasta. This classic soup is easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy meal, garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of flavor.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 1 yellow or white onion, roughly chopped
  • 2 carrots, roughly chopped
  • 2 celery sticks, roughly chopped

Broth and Pasta

  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 Parmesan rind
  • 1 cup pastina pasta (or other small pasta like acini di pepe or stelline)

Finishing Touches

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Chop the onion, carrots, and celery roughly; precision is not necessary for this step.
  2. Boil the Broth with Vegetables: Add the chopped vegetables, broth, and Parmesan rind to a large pot. Heat on high until the mixture comes to a boil.
  3. Simmer Vegetables: Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  4. Puree the Vegetables: Remove the vegetables from the broth using a strainer. Transfer them to a blender along with ½ to 1 cup of the broth, or use an immersion blender in another pot, and blend until smooth. Be cautious when blending hot liquids to avoid splatters.
  5. Combine Puree and Cook Pasta: Pour the pureed vegetables back into the pot and add the pastina pasta. Simmer for 7-9 minutes until the pasta is cooked through and tender.
  6. Season the Soup: Turn off the heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

  • You can substitute pastina with other tiny pasta shapes like acini di pepe or stelline for similar results.
  • Use chicken broth for a richer flavor or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • Be careful when blending hot liquids to avoid burns; blend in small batches if necessary.
  • The Parmesan rind adds a deep umami flavor, so don’t skip it if possible.
  • This soup stores well and tastes even better the next day.

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