Instructions:
Bring the broth of choice to boil at high heat in a large pot.
Wash the cherry tomatoes and make an X-shaped incision at the bottom. Heat some water in the kettle. Transfer hot water to a bowl and soak cherry tomatoes for 2 to 3 minutes.
Using a knife, remove the skin from the cherry tomatoes.
Add the chopped cherry tomatoes to the broth.
When the broth is boiling, add the pastina. Cook at medium heat and follow the cooking times given in the package.
When the pasta is ready, turn off the heat add Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of oil, and mix well with a wooden spoon.
Also, add a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper and some salt, if any is needed.
Serve this soul-warming soup piping hot in a soup bowl.
Conclusion
Pastina Soup proves that the simplest recipes are often the most meaningful. With its delicate pasta, rich broth, and gentle seasoning, this dish offers nourishment, warmth, and comfort all in one bowl. It’s the kind of recipe you’ll return to again and again—whether you’re feeling under the weather, cooking for loved ones, or just craving something soothing and familiar.
Serve it hot, enjoy it slowly, and let this classic Italian comfort food bring a sense of calm and tradition to your table. Once you try it, you’ll understand why Pastina Soup has earned its nickname as Italian Penicillin.
