Originally from Abruzzo, this diamond-shaped type of artisan pasta is perfect for one of the typical dishes of this region, the "pasta and beans" (or chickpeas) or it can be accompanied with a chicken or vegetable broth. Also we recommend to try the taccozzette "Mare e Monti" with vegetables, Rustichella d'Abruzzo "Pescatora" sauce and extra virgin olive oil Intosso. Cooking time: 10-12 minutes.

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Originally from Sicily, this type of well-defined spiral-shaped short pasta, with a central hole that perfectly absorbs the seasoning inside, is perfect for a wide variety of condiments, from the vegetable-based to the more substantial meat-based ones. Recommended with the classic "ragù di carne alla Siciliana" recipe, but also with Rustichella d'Abruzzo "alla Norma", "alle Olive" and "ai Peperoni" sauces. Cooking time: 7-9 minutes.

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This triangular Penna is one of the most required types of pasta out of the line Formati Regionali, with its futuristic shape and innovative design. Chef Marco Mazzone from Sciapò Street and Restaurant of Trastevere in Rome (awarded bronze medal at the Campionati Italiani di Cucina 2017 in the team Roma) usually cooks Rustichella Trenne with stir-fried Roman artichokes, Roman Pecorino cheese, Accumuli’s crispy cheek lard and Rustichella d’Abruzzo PrimoGrano INTOSSO extra virgin olive oil. Its good resistance in cooking, aesthetics and presentation when served allow this type of pasta to be very well-appreciated by many chefs. Recommended also with Rustichella “ragù all Genovese” with a little bit of grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Cooking time: 10-13 minutes.

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The groove running in the centre of this cinnamon-stick-shaped pasta collects the condiment inside. One of the most recommended recipes is “alla Norma”, in perfect Sicilian style. The intense taste of salted ricotta cheese matches well the sweetness of cherry tomato sauce and the delicacy of eggplant. A bit of Rustichella d’Abruzzo PrimoGrano INTOSSO extra virgin olive oil makes it all complete. The lovers of the most traditional country recipes are recommended to cook Pasta al Ceppo with a condiment based on sausage, chicory and cloves of garlic. Cooking time: 10-12 minutes.

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Originally from Sicily, this small ring-shaped type of artisan pasta is usually served as Timballo alla Palermitana (one of the traditional Sicilian dishes), or in a chicken broth, or with butter and cheese. According to the tradition of the Abruzzo region, Anelletti pasta is cooked “alla Mugnaia” with Rustichella d’Abruzzo PrimoGrano “Pomodoro a pera” tomato puree, goat’s ricotta cheese, eggplants, courgettes, peppers and Farindola Pecorino cheese. Cooking time: 12-14 minutes.

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This type of pasta is very good for making cold pasta salads with cherry tomatoes, bufala mozzarella, fragrant basil, capers, slivers of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, Rustichella d’Abruzzo PrimoGrano INTOSSO extra virgin olive oil and a bit of Rustichella d’Abruzzo Silver Balsamic vinegar of Modena I.G.P. It matches well Rustichella d’Abruzzo organic tomato and basil sauce. Cooking time: 10-12 minutes.

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This very peculiar type of “curl-looking” artisan pasta combines well with vegetable or meat ragù, or with Gorgonzola and nut cream or peas and sausage. Condiments with Rustichella d’Abruzzo “alla Puttanesca”, “alla Genovese” and “ragù bianco con Porcini” sauces are also recommended. Cooking time: 10-12 minutes.

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Originally from Northern Italy, this type of bow-tie-shaped short pasta is very commonly served in Emilia-Romagna, Abruzzo and Apulia. The most famous recipes are Farfalloni with salmon and cream, peas and speck or pumpkin fondue, nutmeg and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. This kind of pasta combines well also with several sauces like the classic Rustichella d’Abruzzo tomato and basil sauce, with a bit of Rustichella chili-pepper-aromatized extra virgin olive oil. Cooking time: 11-13 minutes.

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Originally from Liguria, this type of artisan pasta is traditionally served with pesto, seasonal green beans and potatoes, or with cherry tomatoes, courgettes and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, or with ham and asparagus. It matches also Rustichella d’Abruzzo organic tomato and basil sauce or “alla Genovese”. Cooking time: 10-12 minutes.

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This typical type of artisan pasta from Apulia region, derives its name from its characteristic shape (orecchiette means ‘small ears’) made by pushing the dough with thumbs. The classical recipe with orecchiette is “alla Pugliese” with turnip greens, sausage and garlic. It also combines with a meat ragù and Rustichella d’Abruzzo “alla Pecorara” or “alla Salsiccia” sauces. Cooking time: 12-16 minutes.

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Originally from Molise region, this type of artisan pasta in a lengthened shape and a groove on the inside, is widespread in Southern Italy. Its traditional recipe is with meat ragù or broccoli and sausage. It combines well also with Rustichella d’Abruzzo “ragù bianco con Porcini” and “sugo bianco alla Salsiccia” sauces. Cooking time: 10-12 minutes.

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This kind of pasta that looks like retinal rods derives its name from the popular and ironic gluttony of priests (literally “priestchokers”). It combines well with a condiment “Mari e Monti” with pecorino cheese, turnip greens and mussels or broccoli and sausage. It is recommended also with Rustichella d’Abruzzo “alla Genovese” and “alla Pescatora” sauces. Cooking time: 13-18 minutes.

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