Rigatoni with its short, cylindrical shape and ridged outer surface is a classic format of Italian cuisine. Made with Italian durum wheat semolina and spring water from the extinct volcano of Roccamonfina, drawn with bronze moulds and slowly dried at low temperature.
500 g - 17.64 oz pack
Italian durum wheat semolina, spring water from the extinct volcano of Roccamonfina.
Contains gluten
The origin of the name rigatone comes from the verb 'rigare' which means 'to cut in stripes', referring to the characteristic ridged surface of the pasta. This peculiarity is not only aesthetic but functional, as the lines are useful to retain the sauce, thus enhancing the combination of pasta and sauce, making each bite rich in flavour.
Rigatoni is thought to have originated in the city of Rome, a theory supported by the presence of this pasta in numerous typical Roman dishes. These include rigatoni cacio e pepe, a simple but strongly flavoured dish, and rigatoni con la pajata, a more complex preparation using traditional ingredients. These recipes testify not only to rigatone's versatility, but also to its rootedness in Italian gastronomic culture, where it is appreciated for its ability to enhance the flavours of sauces and other condiments with which it is combined.
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Rigatone is a medium-sized, cylindrical pasta format with ridges on the outer surface. Originally from the Lazio region, it is loved the world over for its versatility in the kitchen. It has become famous for its versatility in cooking and ease of use. Pastificio Vesuvio offers Rigatoni of absolute quality, thanks to their experience.
Rigatone is an Italian pasta format loved the world over for its ability to hold sauces and condiments. Suitable for hearty and tasty dishes, Rigatone is often paired with meat-based sauces such as Neapolitan ragù, sausage and porcini mushrooms. However, it also lends itself to pairings with vegetable and cheese-based sauces, such as pesto alla genovese, fresh tomato sauce with aubergines and salted ricotta or cream of pumpkin and taleggio cheese. For a more innovative version, try the combination with fish-based sauces, such as clam sauce or shrimp and courgette sauce. In any case, Rigatone is a versatile pasta format with a strong flavour, perfect for experimenting with new combinations of flavours and aromas.
Vesuvio Handmade Pasta - Rigatoni with its short, cylindrical shape and ridged outer surface is a classic format of Italian cuisine.
