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A Delicious And Creamy Classic Italian Pastina Recipe

This classic Italian pastina recipe is the perfect comfort food but also the ideal dish for your kids when you are just out of ideas.
Course brunch, dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Italian-inspired
Diet Vegetarian
Fridge Life? 3 days
Freezable? No
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 324kcal
Author Dora

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pastina
  • 2 cups liquid water or broth
  • 2 tablespoon milk
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
  • pinch salt optional
  • pinch pepper optional
  • fresh herbs optional

Instructions

  • Put the liquid to a boil over medium heat. 
  • If using water as the liquid, make sure to add some salt. 
  • Once the liquid comes to a boil, add the pastina. 
  • Cook the pastina according to the instructions on the package. Usually this is until all the liquid is absorbed. 
  • In the meantime, heat the milk either in a microwave or on the stove over a medium heat. 
  • Once the pastina is cooked, add the milk and butter and stir until you have a creamy texture. 
  • Now add the parmesan cheese on top, some fresh herbs and black pepper. 
  • Serve. 

Nutrition

Calories: 324kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 578mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 56IU | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 3mg