Autumn Harvest Orzo
Autumn Harvest Orzo is a mix of infused, rice-shaped pastas flavored with sage, pumpkin and chestnut. The firm texture and subtle, earthy flavor of this pasta makes it a flexible and versatile ingredient that maintains it shape and flavor when cooked. It can be easily substituted for rice.
Suggested uses
Basic prep
Add 1 cup of orzo to a large pot of boiling water with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of neutral cooking oil. Cook for 10-12 minutes until al dente and strain. Rinse with cold water to cool for salads or use immediately in hot preparations.
Storage & handling
Store in cool, dry place.
Ingredients
Durum Semolina Flour (Milled Wheat, Niacin, Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, Toasted Chestnuts, Pumpkin, Whole Wheat Durum Flour (Milled Wheat, Niacin, Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Egg Whites, Wheat Gluten, Spices, Powdered Sugar, Salt, Sage, Spices for Coloring. Contains: Chestnut, Eggs, Wheat
Autumn Harvest Orzo is a mix of rice-shaped pastas made from durum wheat flour. Infused with the flavors and colors of sage, pumpkin and chestnut, this pasta boasts a harvest-inspired flavor and appearance. The naturally firm texture and unique color makes it a flexible and versatile ingredient that is resilient to long cooking times and easily incorporated with other ingredients.
Originating in Italy, orzo was created to provide an alternative to rice while still boasting the appealing pasta flavor and texture already prevalent in Mediterranean diets. The word "orzo" means "barley" in Italian, most likely referring to the pasta's grainlike shape.
Classic recipe
Autumn Harvest Orzo with Butternut Squash and Spiced Brown Butter
Our Autumn Harvest Orzo (featuring pumpkin, chestnut and sage-flavored orzo) marries perfectly with roasted butternut squash, nutty browned butter and warm cinnamon.
