Orecchiette is a variety of home-made pasta typical of Apulia, a region of southern Italy. Its name comes from its shape, which resembles a small ear.
This is a wonderful way of using early spring asparagus. As an option, add just a touch of ham, chopped prosciutto or your favorite bacon.
Orecchiette can be made from scratch so that this can be a family fun recipe. Kids will love making shaped pasta. This recipe can start their exploration and discovery of the many different types and shapes of pasta. This is a favorite in our Chefsville Kids Cooking Club.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Drizzle a bit of olive oil on top of each serving, along with a sprinkle of more cheese.