Steps to Make Pastina

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1. Heat the broth: Bring your broth to a boil in a pot.
2. Cook the pasta: Add the tiny pasta (pastina) to the boiling broth and cook until soft, following the package instructions.
3. Serve: Ladle the pastina and broth into serving bowls.
4. Add toppings: Stir in a little butter and sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top for extra flavor.
5. Make it creamy (optional): For a creamier version, use soft cheese instead of Parmesan.

Easy Steps to Make Broth for Pastina

1. Fill a pot: Add about 3 liters (12 cups) of cold water to a large pot.
2. Add ingredients: Put in everything except the salt.
3. Cook it: Simmer on low heat for at least 1 hour.
4. Taste and season: Try the broth and add salt if needed.
5. Strain it: Pour the broth through a fine sieve to remove the bits.
6. Make it better: Let it rest in the fridge overnight for even more flavor.
7. Enjoy: You’ll have just over 2 liters (8 cups) of delicious broth for your pastina!