This rich and creamy Italian comfort food is made with a few simple ingredients and comes together in under 10 minutes. It’s a favorite sick day cure (bonus points if it’s made with homemade chicken stock).
Bring the chicken stock to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the pastina and cook until the pasta is al dente and most of the stock has been absorbed, about 4 to 5 minutes.
Remove the pot from heat and quickly stir in the butter, egg and cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Serve warm in bowls topped with additional freshly grated Parmesan cheese.