Description
A creamy, comforting Italian soup made with tiny pasta stars, savory broth, and melted Parmesan cheese. Perfect for cold weather and quick dinners.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pastina (stelline or acini di pepe)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter in a medium pot over medium heat until bubbling.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in pastina and toast for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook on low heat for 7-10 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Stir in fresh parsley and season with black pepper and salt if needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian