Parmesan Pasta Soup

INGREDIENTS:

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter

5 garlic cloves, minced

32 oz chicken broth

1 1/2 cups ditalini pasta

1/2 cup parmesan, finely grated, plus more for serving

Fresh parsley, minced, for serving

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS:

In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Add pasta and lower heat to a simmer. Cook until al dente, according to package instructions.

Stir in parmesan and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Serve with more freshly grated parmesan and a sprinkle of parsley, if desired, and enjoy!