Pastina Soup Recipe (Italian Penicillin Soup): A Healing Comfort in Every Spoonful

Known as “Italian Penicillin,” Pastina Soup is a beloved Italian comfort food traditionally served to soothe colds, warm the soul, and fill the belly with love. This simple yet nourishing soup features tiny pasta, tender vegetables, and a rich chicken broth—perfect for any time you need a gentle, cozy meal.

Ingredients

6 cups chicken broth (homemade or low-sodium)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 carrot, peeled and diced
1 celery stalk, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup pastina pasta (or other small pasta like acini di pepe or stelline)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 egg (optional)
Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

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