Description
This classic homemade Pastina Soup nourishes both body and spirit, proving that the simplest ingredients often yield the most profound flavors. It's an essential recipe for any home cook looking for quick, wholesome meals.
Ingredients
Scale
2 tablespoons Olive oil
1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
2 Carrots, peeled and finely diced
2 Celery stalks, finely diced
6 cups Vegetable broth (or Chicken broth, if preferred)
1/2 cup Pastina pasta (or other small pasta like acini di pepe or orzo)
1/2 teaspoon Dried oregano
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Parmesan cheese, grated (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, sautéing for about 7-8 minutes until they softe
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the vegetable broth, stir in oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine
- Bring to a Simmer: Increase heat to medium-high until boiling, then reduce to medium-low and simmer for 10-15 minutes
- Cook the Pastina: Uncover and raise heat slightly to a gentle simmer, add pastina, and cook for 5-7 minutes until al dente
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat, stir in half parsley, adjust seasoning, and serve with remaining parsley and Parmesan cheese
Notes
Don't overcook the pastina to prevent mushiness; if you have leftovers, cook pastina separately.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg