Pastina with Egg, Butter, and Parmesan

This Pastina with Egg, Butter, and Parmesan is the ultimate cozy comfort food. Tiny star-shaped pasta is simmered in rich chicken broth until tender, then mixed with creamy butter, fluffy eggs, and a mountain of Parmesan. The result is a creamy, savory porridge-like pasta that feels like a warm hug in a bowl. Simple, satisfying, and quick to make, it's perfect for cold nights, sick days, or anytime you need a nostalgic meal that hits just right.

Author: These Carbs Don't Count

Category: Pasta

Cuisine: Italian

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 2 bowls

Calories: 815 kcal per serving

Ingredients

4 tablespoon - butter
4 cup - chicken broth
1 cup - pastina
½ teaspoon - salt
2 - eggs
1 cup - Parmesan cheese
⅛ - Black pepper
⅛ - Olive oil

Instructions

In a large pot over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter.
Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
Stir in salt and pastina. Simmer, stirring frequently, until most of the liquid is absorbed and pasta is tender.
Turn off heat. Quickly stir in remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, beaten eggs, and Parmesan cheese. Mix vigorously to combine.
Season with black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately topped with extra Parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.