Semolina

What is this in the states? I got a few recipes from MIL and have no idea.

via google

semolina
[seh-muh-LEE-nuh]
1. Durum wheat that is more coarsely ground than normal wheat flours, a result that is often obtained by sifting out the finer flour. Most good PASTA is made from semolina. It is also used to make GNOCCHI, puddings and soups and in various confections. See also  WHEAT. 2. Similarly ground grains are sometimes referred to as "semolina" but with the grain's name attached — corn semolina, rice semolina, etc.

http://www.sharpknives.com/gourmets_toolbox_pages/semolina_pasta_flour.htm

durum wheat flour...so all I need to do is buy this? as this is in the stores in the health food sections of the market. Nothing about semolina flour anywhere.

There's a brand you can find here in Madison called Bob's Red Mill (they make all sorts of flours) that I've found in the flour aisle at most of our larger supermarkets.  Also, if you have any Italian specialty markets in town, they should have a selection as well.  Before you buy, though, double-check that the level of coarseness works with what you're making.  It's usually available in various levels from fine to very very coarse.

Hope that's some help.

I found it! I went into Festival Foods, which I never go into as it is out of the way, but as I needed to o to the DIY store I checked. I was so happy. And it was by Bob's Rde Mill. Thanks all. Now I just need to find the time to make 'em!