Penne Pasta
Description
Penne is an Italian pasta shape characterized by its short, cylindrical tubes with ends cut at an angle, resembling a quill pen. This shape is very versatile, with the hollow inside and angled ends making it excellent for holding sauces. It comes in two main types: smooth (lisce) and ridged (rigate), which is better for catching thicker sauces.
Characteristics of penne pasta
Shape: Short, hollow tubes with ends cut on a diagonal angle. The name "penne" means "pen" or "quill" in Italian, referring to its shape.
Types:
Penne rigate: Features a ridged surface that is perfect for trapping and holding onto chunkier sauces.
Penne lisce: Has a smooth surface and pairs well with lighter, more delicate sauces or is often used in soups.
Versatility: It is a popular and versatile pasta that works well in a wide variety of dishes, including baked pasta dishes, pasta salads, and with different types of sauces like meat, vegetable, or cream-based ones.
Origin: Penne pasta originates from Liguria, Italy, and is traditionally made from durum wheat flour.
Type
Pasta
