Cappelletti in Brodo - Cappelletti Pasta Soup
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Experience the warmth of Italy in a bowl with Cappelletti Pasta Soup, known as Cappelletti in Brodo. This delightful soup falls under the category of easy recipes, offering a delicious escape on chilly days when time is scarce. Picture this: small pillows of pasta filled with savory delights swimming in a flavorsome broth. Whether you're returning from a long day or seeking a quick, tasty meal, this Italian classic is your answer. Elevate your dining experience by pairing it with homemade garlic bread and a crisp salad.
Cappelletti Pasta Soup, referred to as "little hats" due to its distinctive shape. It has a history steeped in Italian culinary tradition. It all begins with a thin sheet of paste made from simple ingredients like eggs, flour, and salt. This sheet is rolled out to perfection, creating rounds about three inches in diameter. The filling is a harmonious mixture of finely ground cooked meat (chicken, pork or veal). Additionally, it also contains grated cheese, lemon zest, nutmeg, allspice and salt, mixed with an equal amount of cottage cheese.
As each circle of paste cradles a spoonful of this flavorful filling, it's folded over, creating the signature "little hat." These cappelletti are then cooked in a rich chicken or beef broth until the pasta reaches a tender perfection. The result? A soup that's not just a dish but a journey through generations of Italian culinary craftsmanship, served with the very broth it was cooked in.
Recipe informations:
Ingredients
- 250 g Cappelletti pasta
- ½ liter of broth (or a little more depending on consistency)
- ½ cup single cream
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- 1 drop of olive oil
- 1 handful of chopped parsley
- 1 drop of sweet sherry
- Freshly grated Parmesan to serve