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 ΒΌ-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.