Description
Egg pastina is a heartwarming dish that combines the simplicity of tiny pasta with the richness of eggs, butter, and cheese, creating a comforting bowl of goodness that’s perfect for any meal. This easy-to-follow recipe brings a touch of Italian comfort food to your table with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup pastina pasta
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon salted butter
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to boil, add pastina and cook until tender.
- Reduce heat to low; slowly mix in the beaten egg, stirring continuously.
- Stir in butter until melted, then add grated Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, serve warm, garnished with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Substitute pastina with orzo or acini di pepe if unavailable.
- For a dairy-free version, use vegan butter and cheese alternatives.
- Enhance the dish by adding vegetables like spinach or peas during the last minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 250 kcal
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg