Our Orzo is crafted entirely by hand, using only high-quality semolina wheat and traditional drying methods—no modern machinery involved. Each piece is carefully shaped and dried to preserve the integrity of the wheat, creating a firm, toothsome texture when cooked. This small, rice-shaped pasta is incredibly versatile, absorbing flavors beautifully in soups, salads, and risottos while maintaining its satisfying bite.
Your orzo is carefully dried using traditional, slow-air drying techniques, then packaged in a mason jar to maintain freshness. Each batch is made manually, ensuring a rustic, artisanal quality that sets it apart from mass-produced pasta.
Store your handmade dried orzo in a cool, dry place in its original packaging or an airtight container to maintain freshness. Thanks to the natural drying process, it has a long shelf life and will be ready whenever you need a quick, wholesome meal.
Orzo is a kitchen staple that can be used in a variety of dishes. Cook it just like pasta or toast it before boiling for a richer, nuttier flavor. Some of our favorite ways to enjoy handmade orzo include:
-Classic Orzo Pilaf – Sauté in olive oil before simmering with broth for a rich, nutty depth. -Hearty Soups & Stews – Perfect for adding texture to chicken soup, minestrone, or vegetable broths. -Orzo Salads – Toss with fresh herbs, olive oil, and vegetables for a light, refreshing dish. -Creamy Orzo Risotto – Cook slowly with broth and finish with butter and cheese for a risotto-like consistency.
I am a West Virginian pastaio, dedicated to the craft of traditional pasta-making without modern machinery or electrical appliances. At Greenbrier Maccheroni Co., every batch of all’uovo pasta is made entirely by hand or with manual equipment, just as it has been done for centuries. We deliver our pastas fresh or air-dry them using time-honored Italian techniques.
Our flours are farmed and milled within 20 miles of our production site, including some of the finest buckwheat flour for traditional Alpine pastas like pizzoccheri and buckwheat maltagliati. We raise our own Blackstar and Golden Laced Wine Dot chickens for eggs and source duck eggs from a neighboring farm to create our rich, golden duck egg pastas.
We also celebrate Appalachian flavors by harvesting, producing, and sustainably sourcing wild ingredients like ramps (wild leeks), morel mushrooms, and chicken of the woods mushrooms. For a sweet finish, we offer dried wild blueberries, raw honey, and maple syrup—bringing the best of our region to your table.