You can use homemade chicken broth if you want, but to save time, use a good quality organic brand. See my tips below for choosing the best broth. Pastina: Remember, this means little pasta.

Pastina soup is an iconic Italian comfort food chock-full of nutrient-dense vegetables and tiny pasta. Make it for a cold day, a day with a cold or any time you need a Nonna-approved dish.

We were right at first. He devoured everything and questioned nothing. Before he turned one, his favorite dish was boiled bitter greens drizzled with good olive oil and Maldon salt. Then, when he was ...

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Puréeing softened mirepoix and garlic in chicken broth bolstered with Parmesan and thyme creates a creamy, flavorful base that adults and kids alike will enjoy (no visible vegetables!).