Farfalline are for soups, and one most commonly finds them in clear soups; they're about a half an inch (1 cm) long, and an eighth of an inch at their thinnest. The cooking time? 5-8 minutes, depending upon the brand. Remember to stir the soup frequently lest they stick to the bottom of the pot and burn.
Possible English names: Mini butterflies, or Mini bowties.
Substitutions: Ditalini, stelline, quatrettini (little squares).
A serving suggestion: Farfalline in Zuppa con Pomodori e Robiola -- Farfalline in Tomato and Robiola Soup
Robiola is a soft, mild creamy cheese that has a slightly tart flavor, and is commonly spread. It also melts well, however, and works nicely in this recipe. To serve 4 you'll need:
Crumble the robiola into the milk and heat it over a low flame, stirring constantly. Add the broth, chopped mushrooms, filtered soaking liquid, and tomatoes. Check seasoning and cook five minutes, then add the pasta. Cook, stirring often, until it's done, and serve.
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Possible English names: Mini butterflies, or Mini bowties.
Substitutions: Ditalini, stelline, quatrettini (little squares).
A serving suggestion: Farfalline in Zuppa con Pomodori e Robiola -- Farfalline in Tomato and Robiola Soup
Robiola is a soft, mild creamy cheese that has a slightly tart flavor, and is commonly spread. It also melts well, however, and works nicely in this recipe. To serve 4 you'll need:
- 6 ounces (150 g) farfalline
- 1 pint (500 ml) milk
- 12 ounces (300 g) robiola
- 2 plum tomatoes, blanched, peeled, seeded and chopped
- 1/4 cup dried porcini
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- A ladle of hot broth or bullion
Crumble the robiola into the milk and heat it over a low flame, stirring constantly. Add the broth, chopped mushrooms, filtered soaking liquid, and tomatoes. Check seasoning and cook five minutes, then add the pasta. Cook, stirring often, until it's done, and serve.
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