Passatelli In Brodo Recipe

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A traditional dish of the Italian region of Le Marche and its neighbor, Romagna, these simple and flavorful dumplings are the perfect warming comfort for Christmas or New Year’s. Passatelli derive their name from the special iron (basically a slotted spoon mounted with two handles) through which the dough was passed. Today, a potato ricer can be used. Lemon zest is often added to the dough, and there are rich meat versions as well. An excellent quality chicken or meat broth is essential.

Servings

servings

Ingredients

5 1/2 tablespoon dried breadcrumbs* (see note below)
5 1/2 tablespoon parmigiano-reggiano or grana padano, grated
pinch of nutmeg, freshly grated
2 large eggs
2 tablespoon all-purpose flour, or as needed (optional)
1 quart chicken or other meat broth, preferably homemade
salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 -2 green onions, white and green parts, sliced thinly on a bias, for garnish

Directions

Mix the breadcrumbs with the cheese first, then the grated nutmeg and the eggs. Stir or knead by hand to obtain a homogeneous mixture. Divide the dough into pieces and press them through a potato ricer with ¼-inch holes to form short strings or dumplings.
Place the chicken broth in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste. Cook the passatelli by dropping them directly into the simmering chicken broth. Simmer until the dumplings are tender and float, approximately 2-3 minutes.
Strain the passatelli out of the broth with a slotted spoon or strainer and distribute them among 4 warm bowls. Ladle in the hot stock. Season with freshly ground black pepper and garnish with scallions.