Pastina is the ultimate comfort food! Made with chicken broth, parmesan cheese, and butter … this tiny star-shaped pasta dish is cooked risotto-style to perfection in under 15 minutes. It is simple, delicious, and nicknamed “Italian Penicillin” for its healing, comforting nature. The perfect recipe to keep in your back pocket for a sick day!
Ingredients
Pastina Ingredients
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PastinaChicken BrothFresh Garlic
Salted ButterParmesanSalt & Pepper
1
Add the pastina and chicken broth to a small pot or saucepan.
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Add pastina...
2
Bring to a gentle boil and stir often until the pasta is cooked to your liking and the chicken broth is almost all absorbed.
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Boil...
3
Turn the heat to low and add in the freshly grated parmesan cheese, salted butter, and fresh garlic. Stir for a few minutes until thoroughly combined and the cheese is melted.
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4
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. You can also add extra chicken broth here for a saucier consistency.
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Season...
5
Serve and enjoy! I like to add extra butter and parmesan cheese on top.
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Serve & enjoy...
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