Description
A cozy, nourishing Amish classic made with pantry staples like carrots, onions, and pastina pasta simmered in golden broth—perfect for chilly days or when you’re feeling under the weather.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil for a dairy‑free version)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 large carrots, peeled and diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup small pasta (pastina, orzo, or mini shells)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrots. Cook for 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and ginger; cook for 1–2 more minutes until fragrant.
- Add broth and bring to a gentle boil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until carrots are tender.
- Blend about 2 cups of soup until smooth, then return to pot and stir.
- Bring back to boil, add pasta, and cook 5–7 minutes or until al dente.
- Adjust seasoning. Serve garnished with parsley and Parmesan.
Notes
Use a flavorful broth for best taste. Optional: stir in shredded rotisserie chicken for added protein and heartiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Amish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
