Pastina Recipe
Let me introduce you to the ultimate Italian comfort food: Pastina. Creamy, cozy and so satisfying, this 5 minute Pastina Recipe is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're sick, heartbroken, sad or happy, Italian Penicillin is the solution.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups (720 ml) low sodium vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 1 cup (170 g) pastina
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 5 tbsp Parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Fill a pot or a saucepan with broth and bring to a boil over high heat. Once the broth starts boiling, add a pinch of salt and lower the heat.
Add pastina to the broth and cook until al dente, according to the package directions. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Turn off the heat.
Once the pastina is cooked, stir in olive oil and Parmesan cheese. Adjust with salt and pepper to taste, and serve warm for a cozy meal.
Notes
Storage directions
- To store. Once cooled, transfer leftovers to an airtight food container and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- To reheat. Add the desired amount to a saucepan with little more broth or water and cook for 2-3 minutes on medium heat with lid on, until warm. As an alternative you can also add it to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave until warmed through.
- To freeze. Freezing pastina is not recommended, as it tends to lose texture quite easily. But you can still freeze it in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Allow to thaw before reheating in a pot.