Best 3 Pastini Soup Recipes

Pastini soup, a classic Italian dish, is a hearty and flavorful soup that is sure to warm you up on a cold day. Made with small pasta, vegetables, and broth, pastini soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and protein. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this soup is a great option for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PASTINA SOUP (SIMPLE ITALIAN CHICKEN SOUP)

Pastina Soup (Simple Italian Chicken Soup) image

A super simple Italian soup made with a minimal of ingredients.

Provided by Christina Conte

Categories Soups

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

32 oz of water
1 to 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
(optional: 1 tsp vegetable or chicken bouillon)
2 stalks of celery, leave whole to remove, or chopped into pieces if you want to leave it in the soup
1 large carrot, cut into pieces as desired
2 shallots or 1 medium onion
salt, to taste
2 Tbsp pastina of choice (acini di pepe, orzo, alphabet, etc., or you can break spaghetti into little pieces) (if you have no pasta see the recipes below)
1 egg

Steps:

Put the water, oil, bouillon (if using), celery, carrots, shallots or onion and salt into a pot and bring to a boil. If you have celery leaves, you can add those, too.
Lower the heat so that the soup simmers for about 15 to 20 minutes, then add the pastina. Cook until the pastina is ready then remove any of the ingredients you don't want to serve, for example, stalks of celery and/or celery leaves.
Break an egg into the pot and swirl with a fork until cooked. Taste for salt and add if needed. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 50 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 9 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 416 grams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams unsaturated fat

PASTINA SOUP

Pastina Soup image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
2 shallots, minced
3 sprigs thyme
Kosher salt
1 2-inch piece parmesan cheese rind
1 quart chicken stock (homemade or low-sodium)
1 1/4 cups star-shaped pastina
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest (optional)

Steps:

Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the olive oil, celery, carrot and shallots and cook, stirring often, about 5 minutes, or until softened.
Add the thyme, 1/4 teaspoon salt, the parmesan rind, chicken stock and 1 cup water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
Add the pasta and stir with a wooden spoon to prevent it from sticking to the pan. Return to a simmer and cook 8 to 10 minutes more, or until the pasta is cooked and the liquid is slightly thickened.
Remove the thyme sprigs and parmesan rind. Stir in the peas. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with grated parmesan and lemon zest, if desired.

BRODO DI POLLO CON PASTINA (CHICKEN SOUP WITH PASTINA)

Brodo di Pollo con Pastina (Chicken Soup With Pastina) image

Pastina means "tiny pasta," and it's often the first pasta shape Italian children are introduced to, typically cooked in broth. Pastina comes in a variety of shapes, like little stars and rounds. For this recipe, you can use any tiny shape you like, or use noodles broken into small pieces. Typically, the pastina is precooked in a separate pot and added to each soup bowl alongside shredded chicken, but this version cooks everything together for an easy one-pot meal. And this comforting chicken soup does not require premade or even store-bought broth: Instead, boneless, skinless chicken breasts cook in water with aromatics like onion, carrots, celery and garlic - and a good drizzle of olive oil - for a rich, flavorful broth that comes together fairly quickly.

Provided by Naz Deravian

Categories dinner, lunch, soups and stews, main course

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons kosher salt (Diamond Crystal), or to taste
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 large carrots, peeled and sliced into ¼-inch half moons
3 large celery ribs, sliced into ¼-inch half moons
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 teaspoons tomato paste
1/2 cup pastina, such as Acini di Pepe, or orzo (about 4 ounces)
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
Grated Parmesan, for serving

Steps:

Place the chicken and 10 cups of water in a large pot. Partly cover and bring to a boil over high heat, keeping a close eye so that it doesn't overflow and skimming off any foam that rises to the top.
Add the onion, olive oil, salt, garlic powder and pepper; stir and allow to come back up to a gentle boil. Cover completely, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the carrots, celery, garlic and tomato paste, stirring to incorporate the tomato paste. I ncrease the heat to high and allow to come back up to a gentle boil. Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and season with more salt and pepper as desired.
Remove the cooked chicken and place in a large bowl. Add the pastina to the soup, stir and increase the heat to high and allow to come back up to a gentle boil. Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook the pasta according to the package instructions for al dente, stirring occasionally.
While the pasta cooks, shred the chicken with a fork. Add the shredded chicken and parsley to the soup, stir, cover and simmer for 2 minutes. Serve topped with grated Parmesan.

Tips:

Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your soup more flavor and texture. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and tomatoes.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. Common spices used in pastina soup include garlic, oregano, basil, and thyme. However, you can also try adding other spices, such as cumin, paprika, or chili powder.
Cook the pastina separately from the soup. This will prevent the pastina from getting mushy. You can cook the pastina in boiling water for about 10 minutes, or until it is al dente.
Add the pastina to the soup just before serving. This will help to keep the pastina from getting overcooked.
Serve the soup immediately. Pastina soup is best enjoyed while it is hot.

Conclusion:

Pastina soup is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a cold day. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a pot of pastina soup that the whole family will enjoy.