Pastine (little ball soup) aka Pastina

This soup is quick and simple to make and is a favorite with all the children (and adults).

Ingredients:

1 cup (250 ml) Pastine (Mamma uses la Molisana 64.Peperini)

6 cups (1500 ml) water

Directions:

• Cook half way or partially cook the little balls of pasta (10 minutes).

• Strain water. Add 6 cups of fresh water to the pastine.
• Bring to a boil again, add 1-1/2 cubes of chicken boullion or equivalent chicken broth.
• Cook for a further 10-15 minutes until tender.
• Serves 6