Durum Wheat Orecchiette Pasta

Italian Orecchiette Pasta with Senatore Cappelli Wheat

Orecchiette Pasta is one of the most recognizable pasta shapes of Puglia, Italy. Meaning “little ears” in Italian, orecchiette have a distinctive curved shape and slightly textured surface that makes them ideal for capturing sauces and ingredients in every bite.

Our Italian orecchiette is made with Senatore Cappelli durum wheat semolina, a traditional Italian wheat variety appreciated for its distinctive character and excellent qualities for pasta making. The pasta is produced in Puglia using simple ingredients and traditional methods for an authentic taste of Southern Italy.

Made with Senatore Cappelli Durum Wheat

Senatore Cappelli is a historic Italian durum wheat variety developed in the early 20th century and named in honor of Senator Raffaele Cappelli. Once widely cultivated throughout Southern Italy, this traditional wheat has experienced renewed appreciation among Italian producers who value its distinctive flavor and connection to Italy’s agricultural heritage.
Made with Senatore Cappelli durum wheat semolina and water, these orecchiette offer a satisfying texture that pairs beautifully with both traditional and contemporary recipes.

How to Enjoy Orecchiette Pasta

In Puglia, orecchiette are famously served with cime di rapa (broccoli rabe), garlic, and extra virgin olive oil. Their characteristic cup-like shape also makes them excellent with tomato sauces, vegetables, pesto and hearty meat sauces because the pasta catches small pieces of sauce and ingredients.

For a simple Italian meal, toss the orecchiette with extra virgin olive oil, sautéed vegetables and grated cheese, or serve them with your favorite Italian sauce. Try our delicious “cime di rapa recipe”!

Ingredients: Senatore Cappelli durum wheat semolina, water.
Contains: Gluten. May contain traces of soy, sesame, and nuts.
Cooking Time: 10-14 minutes
Origin: Puglia, Italy.