Orecchiette

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Other Names:orecchiette pasta

What is Orecchiette

Literally translated Orecchiette means "little ears". This little pasta does resemble a tiny ear. You will find orecchiette in two sizes. The larger is about the size of a thumbnail (shown).

Use the larger size with simple tomato-based sauces or even a pasta salad. The small orecchiette works well in soups and can be substituted for, or with orzo.

Substitute for Orecchiette

If you need an alternative to orecchiette you can use conchiglette for larger size pasta or for small orecchiette substitute orzo or another small soup pasta like tubettini.

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Recipes That Use Oreccheiette

Orecchiette with Braised Kale, Fire-Roasted Tomatoes and Grilled Italian Sausage

This recipe features Muir Glen Fire Roasted Tomatoes. The recipe includes very healthful ingredients but you may want to cut down on the portion size and serve a side salad

Broccoli Rabe With Garlic, Anchovy and Hot Pepper

Recipe uses orecchiette pasta with broccoli rabe, garlic, anchovy and hot pepper

Favorite Orecchiette Recipes

Broccoli Rabe With Garlic, Anchovy and Hot Pepper
Recipe uses orecchiette pasta with broccoli rabe, garlic, anchovy and hot pepper
Orecchiette with Braised Kale, Fire-Roasted Tomatoes and Grilled Italian Sausage
This recipe features Muir Glen Fire Roasted Tomatoes. The recipe includes very healthful ingredients but you may want to cut down on the portion size and serve a side salad.