America's Pastina

Measure this one with your heart - measurements listed are just an approximation :) Also, feel free to add in (or omit) any veggies you would like! (not my photo - but should cook down to a similar color/consistency)

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Thinly chop carrots, celery, onion, and garlic cloves.

Step 2

Combine bone broth and chicken broth in a large pot and bring to a simmer. If possible, submerge a metal strainer into the soup before step 3.

Step 3

Add veggies into the strainer (if possible) - or loose into the broth if necessary. Allow the soup to simmer until the carrots and celery are soft (~20-30 minutes).

Step 4

Once soft, remove the veggies from the pot and add to a blender with 1/2 cup broth mixture. Blend until smooth, then return the mixture to the pot (you will no longer need the strainer).

Step 5

Add the pastina to the soup base and allow to cook according to package instructions (likely 6-7 minutes). NOTE: constantly stir the pastina to avoid clumping and burning to the pan

Step 6

Stir in grated parmesan and black pepper. Serve warm with more parmesan and/or butter if desired.