Quick Italian Penicillin Soup with Pastina for Easy Comfort
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Quick Italian Penicillin Soup with Pastina, a delightful dish that evokes the essence of cozy family gatherings. This nourishing soup combines aromatic sautéed vegetables with tender pastina, all simmered in rich chicken bone broth. In just 25 minutes, you can create a heartwarming meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or when you need a little extra TLC.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes about four servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup celery, diced
- ½ cup carrot, diced
- ½ cup onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup pastina or small pasta like orzo
- 4 cups chicken bone broth
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- Optional: 2 tablespoons butter, ½ cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 whisked egg, parsley, lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the diced celery, carrot, onion, and garlic until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in the chicken bone broth and add turmeric, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Stir in the pastina and cook according to package instructions until al dente (approximately 5-7 minutes).
- If using an egg, whisk it thoroughly and slowly stir into the hot soup for added creaminess.
- Remove from heat; incorporate grated parmesan cheese before serving.
- Garnish with parsley and lemon juice if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 45mg