Passatelli Soup

Warm your soul with the comforting flavors of traditional Italian Passatelli Soup, a recipe that marries simplicity with unique depth. This hearty dish features delicate strands of passatelli, crafted from a rich dough of grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, and eggs, lightly infused with bright lemon zest and warm nutmeg. Simmered to perfection in a flavorful chicken or beef broth, these tender dumpling-like noodles float like cozy clouds, transforming an everyday soup into an elegant yet rustic meal. Perfect for chilly days or when you crave something wholesome and satisfying, this quick 35-minute recipe is easy to master and irresistibly delicious. Serve it piping hot, perhaps with a sprinkle of fresh Parmesan and parsley, for an authentic taste of Italian comfort food that feels like home.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 100 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
• 100 grams Breadcrumbs
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoons Nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1.5 liters Chicken or beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, lemon zest, nutmeg, and a pinch of black pepper.

Step 2

Crack the eggs into the bowl and mix to form a soft, pliable dough. If the dough feels too wet, add a small amount of breadcrumbs; if it’s too dry, add a teaspoon of water.

Step 3

Knead the dough briefly, then cover it with plastic wrap and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 4

While the dough is resting, heat the chicken or beef broth in a large pot over medium heat until it comes to a gentle boil.

Step 5

Transfer the passatelli dough into a potato ricer or passatelli press with large-holed inserts. Press the dough through the ricer directly into the boiling broth, cutting the strands to about 2-3 inches in length with a knife or kitchen scissors.

Step 6

Let the passatelli cook in the simmering broth for about 3-5 minutes, or until they float to the surface.

Step 7

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1875.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1167.9

Total Fat 53.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 658mg	0%
Sodium 11256.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 99.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 10.9g
Protein 84.3g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 1310.6mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 497.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.4%

Protein: 27.7%

Carbs: 32.8%