{"product_id":"marella-organic-orecchiette","title":"Marella Organic Orecchiette 17.6oz.","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRustic, sauce-loving pasta from Puglia, crafted with organic durum wheat and traditional Italian methods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover one of southern Italy’s most iconic pasta shapes with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarella Organic Orecchiette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Meaning “little ears” in Italian, orecchiette is known for its distinctive cupped shape, ridged texture, and remarkable ability to hold onto sauces, vegetables, herbs, and olive oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Puglia by skilled pasta artisans using locally sourced, certified organic durum wheat, this pasta is bronze-extruded and slowly dried at low temperatures to preserve its flavor, texture, and satisfying al dente bite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Makes This Orecchiette Special?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade with Organic Durum Wheat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarella uses certified organic durum wheat to create a pasta with the structure and flavor needed for a firm, satisfying bite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBronze-Extruded for Better Sauce Grip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pasta is extruded through \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebronze dies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which create a rougher, more porous exterior than highly polished industrial pasta.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat textured surface helps sauces, extra virgin olive oil, grated cheese, and other ingredients cling to the pasta instead of sliding away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlowly Dried at Low Temperatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarella air-dries its pasta at low temperatures, a traditional approach designed to preserve the character of the wheat and maintain the pasta’s distinctive texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Culinary Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrecchiette has a pleasantly substantial bite with a rustic exterior and small cup-like center.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts shape is especially well suited to ingredients that can settle into the pasta itself, making it a natural choice for chunky vegetable sauces, crumbled sausage, beans, greens, and grated cheese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Serve Orecchiette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis versatile pasta works beautifully with both hearty and simple preparations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTry it with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroccoli rabe, garlic, chili, and extra virgin olive oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItalian sausage and leafy greens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCherry tomatoes, herbs, and Parmesan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite beans and sautéed vegetables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePesto and roasted vegetables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTomato sauce with crumbled sausage or meat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtra virgin olive oil, garlic, and Pecorino\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a simple Puglian-inspired meal, toss cooked orecchiette with sautéed greens, garlic, chili flakes, and a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarella Organic Orecchiette is a reminder that great pasta doesn’t need to be complicated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts beauty comes from the combination of excellent wheat, a traditional regional shape, bronze-die extrusion, and careful low-temperature drying. The result is a pasta with texture, character, and an exceptional ability to carry flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s equally at home in a comforting family dinner or a thoughtfully composed Italian meal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Italian Harvest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47271610876129,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/0290\/1985\/files\/marella-organic-orecchiette-176oz-oo-pasta-beans-and-grains-4806704.jpg?v=1760582224","url":"https:\/\/www.oliveovation.com\/products\/marella-organic-orecchiette","provider":"Olive Ovation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}