Italian Penicillin: Pastina Soup is a comforting, soul-soothing bowl of goodness that combines tiny pasta stars (pastina), tender vegetables, and rich chicken broth for a remedy as effective as its name suggests. This classic Italian soup is often served during cold seasons or when someone needs a little TLC—it’s light, flavorful, and packed with nutrients. Whether you’re feeling under the weather or simply craving warmth in a bowl, this recipe will hit the spot.
Italian Penicillin: Pastina Soup Recipe
Servings: 4–6 people
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
Total Time: 40–45 minutes
Ingredients
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- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- 2 cups water
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- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
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- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
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- 1 cup pastina (tiny star-shaped pasta) or another small pasta like orzo or ditalini
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- 1/2 cup fresh spinach or kale, chopped (optional)
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- Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
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- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped)
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- Salt and pepper, to taste
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- Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese or shredded mozzarella for serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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