Ditalini Pasta Recipe – Easy, Delicious & Perfect for Soups!
A quick and easy ditalini pasta recipe that's perfect for soups, salads, or creamy pasta dishes. This dish is comforting, delicious, and easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Large pot For boiling the pasta
- Strainer To drain excess water
- Wooden spoon For stirring
- Ladle Ideal for serving if making ditalini soup
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups Ditalini pasta Small tube-like pasta
- 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth Adds rich flavor
- 2 tbsp Olive oil or butter Enhances texture
- 1 medium Onion diced For a flavorful base
- 2 cloves Garlic minced Adds depth
- 1 large Carrot diced Sweetness and color
- 1 stalk Celery diced Crunch and freshness
- 1 14 oz can Diced tomatoes Creates a light sauce
- ½ tsp Dried basil Classic Italian herb
- ½ tsp Dried oregano Enhances flavor
- ½ tsp Black pepper & salt To taste
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated Nutty and creamy finish
- Fresh parsley chopped For garnish
Instructions
1️⃣ Boil the Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add 1 ½ cups of ditalini pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
- Drain and reserve ½ cup of pasta water for later.
2️⃣ Sauté the Vegetables:
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
3️⃣ Make the Sauce or Broth:
- Pour in 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes and 4 cups of broth.
- Add dried basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- Let simmer for 10 minutes to blend flavors.
4️⃣ Combine & Serve:
- Stir in the cooked ditalini pasta and mix well.
- If needed, add reserved pasta water to adjust consistency.
- Sprinkle ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese and stir.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
💡 For Extra Creaminess: Add ½ cup heavy cream before serving.
💡 For More Protein: Stir in grilled chicken, Italian sausage, or chickpeas.
💡 For a Spicy Kick: Add red pepper flakes or cayenne.
💡 Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 4 days or freeze for 2 months.
💡 For More Protein: Stir in grilled chicken, Italian sausage, or chickpeas.
💡 For a Spicy Kick: Add red pepper flakes or cayenne.
💡 Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 4 days or freeze for 2 months.