Cozy Italian Pastina Soup
This cozy, nostalgic soup is the perfect cure for any time you need to feel warm on the inside! Packed with easy flavor, this is a soup recipe that everyone in the family will absolutely love.
On cold days, nothing beats the comforting warmth of a bowl of Pastina soup. This classic Italian recipe combines tender vegetables and pasty pasta for a satisfying and soothing meal.
Instructions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a 7-quart Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and sauté until softened, 6–7 minutes. Add in the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- 2
Add in the pepper, thyme, bouillon, and tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.
- 3
Add in the broth and Parmesan rind and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
- 4
With a slotted spoon remove the Parmesan rind and discard. Next, transfer the vegetables and 1/2 cup of the broth with a slotted spoon into a blender or food processor, blending until smooth. You can also do this step with an immersion blender if desired. Add this puree back into the soup. Now is a great time to check for seasoning and adjust with more salt and pepper if needed.
- 5
Bring the soup back to a boil and add the Pastina, cooking for 5–6 minutes (according to pasta package directions).
- 6
Stir the cooked chicken into the soup, season more if desired. Cover and allow the soup to sit for 20 minutes before serving.
- 7
Garnish with Parmesan cheese, fresh chopped parsley, and a few squeezes of fresh lemon juice if desired.
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