Grandma's Pastina al Latte
Electric Heron

Grandma's Pastina al Latte

A creamy, comforting Italian childhood classic: tiny pasta simmered in a silky blend of milk and vegetable broth, finished with melting cheese.

15Min
4Servings
385Cal
EasyLevel
VegetarianKid friendly
#pastina#comfort food#italian#cheese#quick meal

Equipment

Pot
Stove
Mixing spoon
Bowl

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

pastina

270 g

vegetable broth

400 ml

whole milk

400 ml

cheese spread triangles

4 piece

parmesan cheese

40 g

salt

1 pinch

Instructions

1

Prepare the broth and milk mixture

Combine vegetable broth and whole milk in a pot and bring to a gentle simmer.

5 minMedium heattimer 5 min
Do not let the mixture boil vigorously to prevent curdling
2

Cook the pastina

Add the pastina to the simmering liquid and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender.

8 minMedium heattimer 8 min
Stir gently to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom
3

Add the cheese

Remove from heat, add cheese spread triangles, grated parmesan, and a pinch of salt. Stir until melted and creamy.

2 min
Stir until the cheese is completely melted for a silky texture
4

Serve

Serve immediately in warm bowls for the best comfort-food experience.

0 min

Storage

Fridge: 2 days
Reheat: Microwave 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway

Best enjoyed fresh; sauce thickens when chilled. Add a splash of milk when reheating to restore creaminess.

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