Quick Summary: Garofalo Orzo No. 26 is an authentic Italian pasta made in Gragnano, near Naples — rice-shaped pasta perfect for soups, grain bowls, and pasta salads. 100% durum wheat semolina, bronze-drawn, slow-dried. 17.6 oz (500g). UPC: 085164000035. Product of Italy. Available in Single, 3-Pack, and 6-Pack.
The Legacy of Pasta Since 1789. La Pasta di Gragnano.
Garofalo's quality is unmistakable — where precision meets creativity. Rooted in Gragnano heritage, Garofalo crafts refined flavors with a tradition of excellence, recognized worldwide. Since 1789, Garofalo has been making pasta in Gragnano, near Naples — the town whose very name derives from the Italian word for wheat (grano), where fresh spring water, sunny weather, and the nearby sea breeze create the perfect conditions for exceptional pasta.
- La Pasta di Gragnano presso Napoli — made in Gragnano, the historic pasta capital of Italy, near Naples
- The Legacy of Pasta Since 1789 — over 230 years of Italian pasta-making tradition
- 100% Durum Wheat Semolina — single ingredient, pure and authentic, no additives or preservatives
- Bronze-Drawn — rough surface texture for superior sauce adhesion
- Slow-Dried — artisanal slow-drying for enhanced flavor, texture, and digestion
- Guaranteed Al Dente Texture — firm, satisfying bite with extraordinary taste
- PGI Certified — Protected Geographical Indication, authentic Gragnano, Italy
- Cook Time: 5 min — check for al dente texture
- 17.6 oz (500g) — classic pantry size
- Product of Italy — Pastificio Garofalo S.p.A., Gragnano (NA)
Cooking Instructions
Add the pasta and a generous pinch of salt to a large pot of boiling water. Cook for approximately 5 minutes, checking for al dente texture. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining to help emulsify your sauce. Good quality Italian pasta takes longer to cook than mass-produced pasta, but the unique flavour and texture are well worth the attention.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Orzo pasta used for?
- Orzo is a rice-shaped pasta used in soups, risotto-style dishes, grain bowls, pasta salads, and as a side dish. Its small rice-like shape makes it incredibly versatile — it can replace rice in many recipes and cooks in just 5 minutes.
- Is Garofalo Orzo Non-GMO?
- Yes. Garofalo Orzo No. 26 is Non-GMO and made from 100% durum wheat semolina — one pure ingredient from Gragnano, Italy.
- What is the difference between Orzo and rice?
- Orzo is a pasta made from 100% durum wheat semolina that looks like large grains of rice. It has a firmer, chewier texture than rice and a wheat flavor. Orzo is used in many of the same dishes as rice but brings the al dente pasta experience to soups, pilafs, and salads.
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