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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Finishing Touches
Method
Cooking the Pastina
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Add Salt
Once the water is boiling, add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
- 3
Cook Pastina
Add 1 cup of pastina to the boiling water. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the pastina is al dente.
- 4
Drain Pastina
Once cooked, drain the pastina in a colander and return it to the pot.
Finishing the Dish
- 5
Add Butter
While the pastina is still hot, add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the pot. Stir until the butter is melted and evenly coats the pastina.
- 6
Add Parmesan
Sprinkle 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the pastina. Stir well to combine, allowing the cheese to melt and create a creamy texture.
- 7
Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
