Di Bari- Orecchiette

Weight: 500g

Tarall’Oro Orecchiette are the classic pasta of Puglia, made by Pastificio di Bari Tarall’Oro in Sammichele di Bari, just outside Bari, where this shape has been made for generations. The name means “little ears”, after the small, slightly domed discs traditionally pressed by hand with a knife and thumb. Made simply from durum wheat semolina and water, they have a firm, chewy texture when cooked.

Their cupped shape and rough surface hold sauce well, catching small pieces of vegetables, meat and sauce in every bite. The best-known pairing is orecchiette con cime di rapa (with turnip tops), but they are also great with broccoli and sausage, a rich tomato and ragù sauce, or simply tossed with garlic, chilli and olive oil.

Nutritional information (per 100g): Energy 1549kJ/365kcal, fat 1.5g (of which saturates 0.6g), carbohydrates 75g (of which sugars 1.3g), fibre 1.8g, protein 12g, salt 0g.

• Traditional Puglian orecchiette pasta
• Made with just durum wheat semolina and water
• Produced in Puglia, Italy, by Pastificio di Bari Tarall’Oro
• Halal and kosher certified
• Ideal with turnip tops, broccoli, sausage or tomato sauces
• Contains wheat (gluten). May contain traces of egg, soya and mustard.
• Store in a cool, dry place
• See the front of the pack for cooking time