Description
A comforting and creamy Italian pastina recipe, perfect as a warm and cozy meal or side dish. This dish is beloved for its simplicity, rich flavor, and smooth texture.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pastina (small star-shaped pasta)
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg (optional, for creaminess)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth or water to a boil.
- Add the pastina and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook until the liquid is mostly absorbed and the pasta is tender, about 6-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted.
- If using, beat the egg in a separate bowl and quickly stir it into the hot pastina to cook through, stirring constantly.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until creamy and fully combined.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately for the best creamy texture.
Notes
- You can substitute vegetable broth to make it vegetarian.
- Adding a splash of milk or cream enhances the richness.
- Omit the egg for a simpler version.
- Perfect for children or as a comforting meal when unwell.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg