Pastina Gourmet: An Elegant Italian Comfort Food Recipe

Transform a simple dish into an elegant Pastina Gourmet, a creamy Italian recipe that’s perfect for family dinners or refined occasions.

Pastina Gourmet

Pastina gourmet is the perfect example of how a simple dish can be transformed into an elegant and surprising recipe. In this creamy version, risoni pasta is cooked in a pureed vegetable broth, enriched with nutty brown butter infused with sage, and finished with grated cheese for an irresistible creaminess.

This dish is ideal as comfort food, making it perfect for the whole family yet sophisticated enough for a refined dinner: Pastina Gourmet brings together genuine ingredients, a simple technique, and a rich flavor profile. It’s a versatile recipe that reinterprets classic pastina in a modern twist while keeping its homely essence but with a touch of contemporary cuisine!

Other Pastina Soups You Might Enjoy:

  • Pastina al Pomodoro
  • Minestra di Pomodoro
  • Minestra delle Favole
  • Risoni ai Porri, Robiola e Nocciole
  • Minestra di Pasta, Patate e Piselli

Ingredients

  • 200 g risoni pasta
  • 1 liter vegetable broth
  • 100 g butter
  • 10-15 sage leaves
  • 50 g grated cheese (such as Parmigiano-Reggiano)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a pot, bring the vegetable broth to a simmer.
  2. Add the risoni pasta and cook according to package instructions.
  3. Meanwhile, in a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown, then add the sage leaves. Let them infuse for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the butter-sage mixture, mixing well.
  5. Incorporate the grated cheese, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with additional sage and cheese if desired.

Total Time: 30 min

Cuisine: Italian

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