Pasta Toscana Penne Rigate is a premium Italian pasta made from 100% Tuscan Durum Wheat Semolina, shaped through traditional bronze dies for an authentically textured finish. The ridged, tube-shaped penne is designed to capture and hold chunky sauces. Slow-dried in Tuscany, Italy for consistent al dente texture. 1 lb (454g).
Pasta Toscana Penne Rigate 1 lb – Bronze-Die Crafted, 100% Tuscan Durum Wheat, Non-GMO
- Bronze-Die Crafted — shaped through traditional bronze dies to create a naturally rough, ridged surface that grips thick sauces, chunky ragù, and creamy preparations
- 100% Tuscan Durum Wheat Semolina — made from premium Italian Durum Wheat Semolina grown in Tuscany; superior gluten strength, golden color, and firm al dente bite
- Penne Rigate Shape — ridged tube shape is the ultimate sauce-catcher; ideal for arrabbiata, vodka sauce, Bolognese, and baked pasta
- Made in Tuscany, Italy — slow-dried using artisanal Tuscan methods; consistent texture and quality in every bag
- Versatile Everyday Pasta — from quick weeknight dinners to impressive baked pasta dishes
How to Use
Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil. Add Pasta Toscana Penne Rigate and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Taste at 10 minutes — tubes should be firm with a clean bite and no chalky center. Drain and toss immediately with your sauce, reserving a cup of pasta water to loosen as needed. Penne rigate grips sauce from the ridged exterior and holds sauce inside the hollow tube for maximum flavor per bite. Pairs with spicy arrabbiata, vodka sauce, Bolognese, creamy quattro formaggi, or simple tomato and basil. Excellent for baked pasta al forno — the ridged shape holds up beautifully through oven cooking.
About Pasta Toscana
Pasta Toscana is an artisan Italian pasta brand rooted in the rich agricultural traditions of Tuscany, Italy. Each variety is crafted from a single, carefully sourced ingredient: premium Durum Wheat Semolina grown in the fertile hills of Tuscany. Using traditional bronze-die extrusion and slow-drying methods, Pasta Toscana creates pasta with a rough, porous texture that grips sauce the way great Italian pasta should — delivering an authentic, restaurant-quality experience in every bowl.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does rigate mean?
Rigate means ridged — the ridged surface grips sauce far better than smooth penne. Bronze-die extruded from 100% Tuscan Durum Wheat Semolina.
Is it Non-GMO?
Yes — made from Non-GMO 100% Tuscan Durum Wheat Semolina, bronze-die crafted and slow-dried for authentic Italian pasta. 1 lb.
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