Barilla Chicken Broth with Pastina Pasta, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese and Egg
Barilla Chicken Broth with Pastina Pasta, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese and Egg
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3 hours 30 minutes total
- Accomplished
- Carrots
- Cheese
- Classic Blue Box
- Meat
- Mini and Soup
- Parsley
- Tomato
- Winter and Soup Recipes
Rich, creamy, and filled with tiny stars of al dente Barilla Pastina pasta—this recipe is the ultimate Italian comfort food that will keep you coming back for more. Leave chicken and vegetables to simmer into a fragrant homemade broth, and simply whisk eggs into the broth to form this creamy pasta soup. Ideal to make ahead on busy days, this hassle-free recipe is a star every time!
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Ingredients
Serves 4
1 1/4 cup | Barilla Pastina pasta |
3 quarts | chicken broth |
4 | organic eggs |
3/4 cup | Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated and divided |
2 tbsp | butter |
To make the broth from scratch
1 | whole chicken |
4 | chicken thighs |
3 | large carrots, cut in 3-inch pieces |
1 | yellow onion with peel, cut in half |
3 | celery stalks, cut in 3-inch pieces |
1 piece | Parmigiano Reggiano cheese rind |
3 | bay leaves |
1 tbsp | whole black peppercorns |
1 | tomato, cut in half |
1 | small bunch Italian parsley, whole |
6 quarts | cold water |
1 tsp | sea salt |
Combine everything together and bring to simmer. Cook for 2 ½ hours. Strain. It should yield around 3.5 quarts liquid. The left over can be frozen. |
Disclaimer
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Method
Step 1
Bring chicken broth to a boil.
Step 2
Pour in Barilla Pastina pasta and cook according to package directions.
Step 3
Meanwhile, mix eggs and 1/4 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, then whisk in the broth mixture.
Step 4
Turn off heat, stir in butter and let rest for several minutes before serving with more grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese on top (optional).

Pastina
Pastina is a staple in Italian households and is beloved for its small, star-shaped grains. This pasta cut is often used to add heartiness to soups and broths, making it a go-to choice for families, especially during colder seasons when comfort food is top of mind.
- Shape Mini and Soup
- Cook time 6 mins
- Pack size 340 g
- Range Classic Blue Box
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