Garofalo Macaroni Pasta is a traditional short-cut pasta produced in Gragnano, Italy, an area known for premium pasta manufacturing. This format features curved, tubular “elbow” shapes designed to hold sauces both inside and outside the pasta, making it particularly suitable for rich and creamy recipes.

Made from 100% durum wheat semolina, the pasta is bronze-drawn to create a slightly rough and porous surface. This texture improves sauce adhesion and enhances overall flavour distribution in each dish. The result is a firm “al dente” bite when cooked, maintaining structure even in baked or heavily sauced recipes.

The macaroni shape is widely used in dishes such as macaroni cheese, pasta bakes and hearty meat-based sauces. Its compact size and hollow structure make it effective for capturing creamy or thick sauces, providing a consistent eating experience.

Product Features:

Ingredients: Durum wheat semolina
Shape: Curved tubular (elbow macaroni)
Texture: Bronze-drawn, rough surface for sauce adhesion
Cooking time: Approx. 9–11 minutes
Flavour profile: Neutral wheat taste designed to carry sauces
Nutritional values (per 100g approx.): 351 kcal, carbohydrates 70g, protein 14g
Dietary: Vegan, vegetarian; contains gluten (wheat); may contain traces of soy and mustard
Usage: Suitable for macaroni cheese, baked pasta, creamy sauces and meat dishes
Origin: Italy (Gragnano pasta tradition)
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place
Shelf life: Long ambient shelf life