Tuffoli

500g

Overview

Mancini Tuffoli is a distinctive and traditional Italian pasta known for its small, barrel-shaped design. The name "tuffoli" comes from its resemblance to small, rounded tubes, which are designed to trap sauces within their hollow centers. Produced by Mancini, an artisanal pasta maker in Italy’s Marche region, this pasta offers a unique texture and structure, ideal for both simple and complex dishes. The rustic charm of tuffoli, combined with its firm bite and superior sauce-holding capacity, makes it a versatile and delightful choice for a variety of pasta preparations.

Quality & Sourcing

Mancini Tuffoli is crafted from 100% Italian durum wheat semolina, sourced from Mancini’s own fields to ensure the highest quality and traceability. The wheat is carefully milled, and the pasta is extruded through traditional bronze dies, creating a rough, textured surface that helps sauces cling effectively. The pasta is then slow-dried at low temperatures, preserving the wheat’s natural flavor, nutrients, and texture. This careful process results in a firm, high-quality pasta that holds up well during cooking and enhances the overall dish.

Versatility

Mancini Tuffoli is an extremely versatile pasta that pairs well with a wide range of sauces. Its small, tube-like shape is perfect for both light and rich sauces, from simple tomato-based or basil pesto sauces to hearty meat ragùs or vegetable stews. Tuffoli also works well in baked pasta dishes, where it absorbs flavors beautifully while maintaining its structure. Its compact size makes it an excellent choice for cold pasta salads, offering a delightful bite and sauce absorption. Tuffoli can be used in more delicate preparations, such as seafood-based sauces, or even in simple butter and sage dishes.

Ingredients

• Durum wheat semolina
• Water

Mancini Tuffoli is produced without artificial additives or preservatives, offering an authentic and natural pasta experience true to Italy’s culinary heritage.