Orzo, meaning “barley” in Italian, is a tiny cut of pasta best known for its feature in homemade soups. Though it is small in size, Orzo pasta is more than just a soup cut, or pastina. Try it in everything from cheesy baked side dishes to orzo pasta salads. - Made in Italy. - Certified organic durum wheat. - Expertly milled wheat for the texture of traditional pasta. - Made with whole wheat and water: no additives or preservatives. - Extruded with bronze dies for rough surface area made to capture sauces. - Always cooks up al dente. - Perfect for soups, cheesy baked sides and pasta salads.