Italian Pastina Soup (Simple Vegetable Soup in 25 Minutes)
Ingredients
- 1 cup pastina pasta
I’ve used stelline pastina shape
- 1 brown onion
- 2 carrots
- 2 celery sticks
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 bay leaf
optional
- 6 cups vegetable broth
or chicken broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Garnish - chopped parsley
grated parmesan cheese, drizzle of olive oil, optional
Directions
- 1
Roughly chop the onion, carrots, celery and garlic cloves (you don’t need to be too precise)
- 2
Pour the vegetable broth in a large pot and add the chopped vegetables and bay leaf. Season well with salt and black pepper, then place the lid on and simmer for approximately 20 minutes over medium-high heat
- 3
With a fork, check that the vegetables are cooked (they should be soft and tender). Then discard the bay leaf and strain out the vegetables through a slotted spoon or colander
- 4
Add the cooked vegetables to a blender with ½ cup of water and blend until smooth
- 5
Pour the blended vegetables back to the pot with the vegetable broth and stir through. Taste for seasoning
- 6
Bring soup back to a boil, then add the pastina pasta. Ensure to stir the pastina every minute or so, to ensure it doesn't stick to the bottom (pastina usually takes about 5-6 minutes to cook)Serve in bowls - optional garnish with chopped parsley, grated parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil and enjoy your soothing Pastina Soup!
Italian Pastina Soup (Simple Vegetable Soup in 25 Minutes)
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About this Recipe
Craving a hug in a bowl that’s ready in a flash? This Italian Pastina Soup delivers soul-soothing comfort and warmth in just 25 minutes, making it the perfect remedy for a chilly evening or a simple, nourishing meal. It’s the kind of uncomplicated, flavorful dish that feels like it’s straight from nonna's kitchen.
What makes this pastina soup truly special is its heartwarming simplicity. With a handful of aromatic vegetables like brown onion, carrots, celery, and garlic, combined with delicate pastina pasta and a savory broth, you'll create a dish that feels both comforting and effortlessly elegant. It’s a gentle yet satisfying experience that brings joy with every spoonful.
Imagine a light yet deeply flavorful broth, infused with the subtle sweetness of perfectly cooked carrots and celery, the savory depth of onion and garlic, and the delicate, optional hint of a bay leaf. Swirling through this golden liquid are tiny, tender pastina pieces, specifically stelline, creating a delightful texture that’s easy to enjoy for all ages. This simple vegetable soup offers a pure, clean taste that warms you from the inside out, providing that comforting 'warm hug' effect the moment you taste it.
This versatile pastina soup invites easy personalization. While six cups of vegetable broth keep it vegetarian and light, you can easily swap it for chicken broth if you prefer a richer flavor profile. Don't have stelline pastina? Any small pasta shape will work beautifully in its place. For a fresh finish, sprinkle with chopped parsley or a generous grating of Parmesan cheese. A drizzle of good olive oil right before serving adds a lovely touch of richness and aroma.
Ideal for a comforting weeknight dinner, this quick and easy soup shines as a light lunch or a soothing appetizer. Serve it hot, perhaps with a side of crusty bread, and let its gentle warmth envelop you.