Orzo - Gourmet Pasta from Italy

Orzo means "barley" in Italian because of its grain-shape. This pasta, shaped like a melon seed, belongs to what Italians called Pastina: pasta that is used in soups. Unfortunately this shape is often made with very low-gluten quality semolina, so it becomes mushy and unpleasant. Unlike common orzos however, this orzo keeps its shape and texture and has a real, pleasurable bite and texture. Especially great for use in soups, but also wonderful as a contorno ("side dish") with pesto or in salads. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until al dente. Ingredients: Durum wheat semolina, water. Net weight: 12 oz / 340g Made in Italy! The Meadow's Orzo with Summer Veggies 16 ounces orzo Big handful of fleur de sel, for the pasta water Drizzle of anchovy extract Zest of juice of a lemon Generous glug of olive oil Big handful of cherry tomatoes, cut in half Big handful of basil, torn into pieces Big handful of parsley, roughly chopped 8 ounces of goat cheese, crumbled Olive oil, for serving Flaky sa