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mparrettati

long thin pencils of pasta

Slit lengthwise, all the better to absorb the sauce. When cooked they have an appealing, slightly untidy look. Often served with porcini or sausage ragù.

Calabria

Campania

Pasta Shapes and Dishes
Text © Dana Facaros & Michael Pauls

Image by nonnastella