Parmesan Pasta Soup

Ingredients

Base

¼ cup (½ stick) butter

5 garlic cloves, minced

32 oz chicken broth

Pasta

1½ cups ditalini pasta

Cheese

½ cup finely grated Parmesan, plus extra for serving

Garnish

Fresh parsley, minced

Seasoning

Kosher salt, to taste

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1. Sauté the Garlic

In a large pot set over medium heat, melt the butter.

Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant—be careful not to brown it.

2. Add the Broth

Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a full boil.

3. Cook the Pasta

Add the ditalini pasta, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer.

Cook according to the package directions until the pasta is al dente.

4. Add the Parmesan

Stir in the grated Parmesan until fully melted and incorporated.

Taste the soup and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed.

5. Serve

Ladle the hot soup into bowls.

Finish with extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, if desired.

Enjoy warm and comforting!