Tortiglioni are one of the most distinctive and popular types of tubular pasta in Italy’s rich culinary tradition.
The name derives from the Latin torquere (to twist) and this is immediately apparent in the functional design: the deep ridges do not run vertically, but in an elegant spiral pattern around the pasta. This ingenious design, combined with a sturdy wall and a generous hollow, makes Tortiglioni the undisputed champion at holding onto sauce. It is the perfect choice for rich, hearty sauces such as a hearty game ragù, thick vegetable sauces or creamy sauces with mushrooms and sausage, where the ingredients cling beautifully to both the inside and outside of the pasta.
With these Tortiglioni, you’re bringing home the very essence of Italian cuisine, selected exclusively for you by Kelvini. We bring only the very best from the premium segment to your kitchen, sourced from a small-scale producer that has been officially recognised by Gambero Rosso – the prestigious Italian equivalent of the Michelin Guide – as one of the top 100 Italian pasta producers.
The base is made from 100% premium durum wheat, grown entirely on our own farms in the sun-drenched hills of Campania (locally sourced) and kneaded with pure spring water. As we are committed to a purely natural cultivation process, the wheat is guaranteed to be 100% free from pesticides and glyphosate. This results in an exceptional natural protein content and a deep, full-bodied wheat flavour. Thanks to traditional extrusion using bronze dies (bronze-drawn) and an extremely patient, slow drying process at low temperature, the pasta retains its characteristic rough texture. This ensures maximum sauce absorption and an unrivalled al dente texture after an 11-minute cooking time.
Product specifications
Selection: Selected by Kelvini – Italian Artisan
Brand: Pastificio Caccese
Contents: 500 grams
Cooking time: 11 minutes
Award: Top 100 best Italian pasta companies according to the Gambero Rosso guide
Features: 100% free from glyphosate and pesticides, made with pure spring water, bronze-drawn
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