20 min
Hands-on time
+ 30 min soaking or marinating first
EasyDifficulty
5 stepsSteps
Method
- 1 Mix breadcrumbs, grated cheese, eggs, nutmeg, and grated lemon zest into a thick dough.
- 2 Wrap the dough tightly and let it rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- 3 Bring the chicken broth to a gentle boil, then season with salt to taste.
- 4 Press the dough through a mold with large holes to form short strands, then drop them directly into the broth.
- 5 Cook the passatelli for 3 minutes until it floats to the surface, then scoop it into a bowl and sprinkle with cheese.
With an appliance
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Microwave 18 min
Replace steps 3 to 5: Heat the broth in a deep bowl at 800 W for 4 minutes until boiling, add the noodles, and heat for another 3 minutes at 700 W until the noodles float. Use a large bowl and cover loosely to prevent the broth from overflowing.