Quick Italian Pastina Soup (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 cup pastina pasta (stelline shape)
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1 brown onion
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2 carrots
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2 celery sticks
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4 garlic cloves
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6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
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Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Optional Ingredients
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1 bay leaf
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1 parmesan rind
→ Garnish
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Chopped fresh parsley
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Grated parmesan cheese
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Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
# Instructions:
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Roughly chop the onion, carrots, celery and garlic cloves. The pieces don't need to be perfectly uniform.
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Add vegetable broth to a large pot along with the chopped vegetables, bay leaf and parmesan rind if using. Season with salt and black pepper. Cover with a lid and simmer for about 20 minutes over medium-high heat.
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Test the vegetables with a fork to ensure they're soft and tender. Remove the bay leaf and parmesan rind, then strain the vegetables using a slotted spoon or colander.
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Transfer the cooked vegetables to a blender, add ½ cup of water, and blend until completely smooth.
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Return the blended vegetables to the pot with the broth and stir well. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
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Bring the soup back to a boil, then add the pastina pasta. Stir frequently (every minute or so) to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom. Cook for about 5-6 minutes until the pastina is tender.
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Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley, grated parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil. Enjoy your comforting Pastina Soup!
# Notes:
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This Italian Pastina Soup has the power to soothe your soul. Ready in 25 minutes, with a simple broth that feels like a warm hug in a bowl!
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A low-sodium vegetable broth is recommended for this recipe.