Cozy, comforting, and irresistibly creamy, Pastina Gasiov is the ultimate one-pot recipe that brings the charm of Italian home cooking to your table in just 15 minutes. This heartwarming dish features delicate, star-shaped pastina pasta cooked to tender perfection in a savory chicken broth, then elevated with a luscious blend of butter, milk, and Parmesan cheese. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and a touch of black pepper round out the flavors, making every spoonful rich and satisfying. Perfect as a quick dinner for two or a soul-soothing meal on chilly nights, this dish is a celebration of simplicity and flavor. Serve it piping hot, and enjoy a nostalgic bowl of Italian comfort food. Perfect for searches like "easy pastina recipes," "creamy pasta dishes," and "quick comfort food."
In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil over medium-high heat.
Add the pastina to the boiling broth and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the butter until melted.
Pour in the milk and mix until creamy.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and well incorporated.
Remove the saucepan from heat and sprinkle the fresh parsley over the dish, gently folding it in.
Serve immediately in bowls for a warm, satisfying meal.
Calories |
1299 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 41.0 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.0 g | 115% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 117 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 2587 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.5 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 54.8 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 693 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 916 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.