Easy Pastina Soup Recipe (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth.
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, sliced into large pieces.
03 - 2 carrots, peeled and sliced into large pieces.
04 - 2 celery ribs, sliced into large pieces.
05 - 1 parmesan rind (about 2-inches long).
06 - Kosher salt.
07 - 1 1/2 cup pastina or tiny pasta.
08 - 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley leaves.
09 - Grated parmesan cheese for serving.

# Instructions:

01 - Combine broth, onion, carrots, celery, parmesan rind, and salt in large pot. Bring to boil, then lower heat, cover and simmer 20-30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
02 - Remove parmesan rind. Transfer vegetables to food processor with some broth, blend until smooth. Return to pot.
03 - Bring broth back to boil. Add pastina and cook about 3 minutes until tender.
04 - Check seasoning, add salt if needed. Ladle into bowls and top with parsley and grated parmesan.

# Notes:

01 - Save parmesan rinds in freezer for future use.
02 - Broth keeps in fridge for 5 days.
03 - For leftovers, cook pasta separately to avoid sogginess.