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Pastina Soup

A comforting and flavorful soup featuring tiny pasta in a rich broth with vegetables, perfect for chilly days or when you're feeling under the weather.
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: pastina soup, comfort food, quick meals, Italian soup
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 180kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pastina
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 medium carrot diced
  • 1 celery stalk diced
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  • Pour in the diced tomatoes and broth; bring to a boil.
  • Add the dried thyme and season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir in the pastina and reduce heat to a simmer.
  • Cook for about 8-10 minutes until the pasta is tender.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
  • Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 2g