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Pastina Soup Recipe: The Best Comforting Italian Penicillin Soup

Pastina Soup Recipe (Italian Penicillin Soup)

A warm and comforting Italian penicillin soup made with tiny pasta, perfect for cold days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pastina
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery, and sauté until softened.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and add the bay leaf.
  4. Bring to a boil, then add the pastina and cook according to package instructions.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Remove the bay leaf and serve hot.

Notes

  • This soup can be topped with grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
  • Add spinach or kale for a nutritious boost.

Nutrition

Keywords: Pastina Soup, Italian Soup, Comfort Food