Pastina Soup Recipe

Name: Pastina Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
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)

Servings: persons

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)

1
Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add the olive oil, celery, carrot and shallots and cook, stirring often, about 5 minutes, or until softened.
3
Add the thyme, 1/4 teaspoon salt, the parmesan rind, chicken stock and 1 cup water.
4
Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
5
Add the pasta and stir with a wooden spoon to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
6
Return to a simmer and cook 8 to 10 minutes more, or until the pasta is cooked and the liquid is slightly thickened.
7
Remove the thyme sprigs and parmesan rind.
8
Stir in the peas.
9
Ladle the soup into bowls and top with grated parmesan and lemon zest, if desired.
10
Photograph by Con Poulos

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 stalk celery, finely chopped, 1 carrot, finely chopped, 2 shallots, minced, and more.

Yes, Pastina Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pastina Soup

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