Description
Pastina with egg is the ultimate Italian comfort food, often called Italian penicillin for its soothing, healing qualities. This creamy, cozy dish is ready in just 10 minutes, making it perfect for quick meals when you’re feeling under the weather or simply craving a warm hug in a bowl. With simple ingredients like tiny pasta, egg, butter, and Parmesan, this dish is easy to make yet full of nostalgic flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- ½ cup pastina (or any small pasta)
- 1 ¼ cups chicken broth (or water)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Salt, to taste
Optional Additions:
- Pinch of garlic powder for extra flavor
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- 1 tbsp heavy cream for a richer texture
Instructions
- Boil the Broth:
- In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Cook the Pastina:
- Add pastina and stir occasionally. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until tender and most of the broth is absorbed.
- Prepare the Egg:
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg until smooth.
- Reduce heat to low and slowly pour in the egg while stirring constantly. This creates a creamy texture without scrambling.
- Add Butter & Cheese:
- Stir in butter and Parmesan cheese until fully melted and combined.
- Add black pepper and salt to taste.
- Serve & Enjoy:
- Remove from heat and let rest for 1-2 minutes. The mixture will continue to thicken.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan, if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Cuisine: Italian