Pastina – Italian Comfort Food Recipe
A simple and comforting Italian pastina recipe that is quick to make and delicious to eat. Perfect for a cozy meal or as a side dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pastina:
- ¾ cup (4oz / 120g) pastina – I’ve used stelline pastina
Vegetable Broth:
- 3 cups vegetable broth – I’ve used low sodium
Parmesan Cheese Mixture:
- 4 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese (ensure it’s finely grated)
- Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish (optional):
- Extra grated parmesan cheese
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Broth: In a small pot, pour in the vegetable broth and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook over medium-high heat with the lid on and bring to a boil.
- Cook the Pastina: Once boiling, add the pastina and stir through the broth. Continue stirring occasionally to prevent clumping. Cook until al dente, typically 5-8 minutes.
- Finish the Dish: Turn off the heat and add the grated parmesan cheese and drizzle of olive oil. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes to thicken the broth and create a creamy consistency.
- Serve: Portion into bowls and garnish with extra olive oil, parmesan cheese, and black pepper. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Italian pastina, comfort food, quick recipe, side dish, vegetarian
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