Description
Orzo are very small pasta – classified as ”pastina” in Italian – that resemble grains of flattened rice. This wonderfully versatile pasta is traditionally used in soups, pilafs, salads, side dishes and casseroles. Misko Orzo (Risoni/Kritharáki) are just the ingredient you’ll need for any recipe that calls for orzo. In Greece, Risoni are a core component of the classic dish known as “Yiouvetsi” or “Yiouvetsi.” Each family has its own version of this heartwarming casserole, made with ground lamb or beef, sometimes seasoned with garlic and cinnamon, bathed in a light tomato sauce and topped with cheese.