Garofalo Pepe Bucato Italian Soup Pasta - Vegan and Small Pasta Shape, 500g (Pack of 1)

Since my local Italian delicatessen closed a few years ago, I’ve been unable to buy Ditaloni other than on Amazon. Superb quality; cooks to personal taste / requirements and nice texture once served - great for Pasta e Fagioli (old family recipe). Absolute value for money.

I've been a fan of Garofalo pasta for a while, and their Ditaloni Rigate did not disappoint. This small, ridged tube pasta is ideal for hearty soups like minestrone or pasta e fagioli. What sets Garofalo apart is the quality—made from 100% durum wheat semolina, the pasta holds its shape beautifully and has a satisfying bite (al dente) when cooked properly. The ridges (rigate) are perfect for holding onto sauces, making every bite flavorful. It cooks evenly, doesn’t turn mushy, and you can really taste the difference compared to supermarket brands. Highly recommend for anyone looking for authentic Italian pasta with excellent texture and flavour.

Just a few delicious recipes using orzo: Greek Orzo Salad: Orzo pasta, cooked and cooled (by running under cold water), cherry or baby plum tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and a lemon, olive oil & oregano dressing. Lemon Garlic Prawns and Orzo: Sautéed prawns with garlic and lemon zest served over cooked orzo for a zesty and light meal. Creamy Spinach and Parmesan Orzo: Orzo cooked in a creamy parmesan sauce with sautéed spinach and garlic. Mediterranean Orzo Stuffed Peppers: Bell peppers stuffed with a mixture of cooked orzo, ground lamb or beef, tomatoes, and Mediterranean spices. Orzo with Pesto and Cherry Tomatoes: Orzo tossed with homemade basil pesto and halved cherry tomatoes for a fresh and vibrant dish. Roasted Vegetable Orzo: Orzo combined with roasted vegetables like courgettes, red peppers, and red onion, drizzled with balsamic glaze. Lemon Parmesan Orzo with Asparagus: Orzo cooked with lemon juice and zest, parmesan cheese, and sautéed asparagus for a simple and flavorful side dish. Mushroom and Spinach Orzo Risotto (Orzotto?): Creamy orzo cooked with mushrooms, spinach, garlic, and a touch of white wine for a risotto-like texture. Orzo and Chickpea Soup: A hearty soup made with orzo, chickpeas, vegetables, and vegetable or chicken stock. Orzo with Sun-Dried Tomato and Pesto Cream Sauce: Orzo tossed in a creamy sun-dried tomato and pesto sauce, garnished with pine nuts and fresh basil. Cheesy Baked Orzo with Tomato Sauce: Orzo mixed with a rich tomato sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan, then baked until bubbly and golden. Lemon Herb Orzo with Grilled Chicken: Grilled chicken breast served over lemon herb-infused orzo with a side of steamed vegetables. Orzo and Roasted Butternut Squash Salad: Roasted butternut squash, orzo, baby spinach, toasted pecans, and a maple vinaigrette dressing. Orzo Primavera: Orzo pasta combined with a medley of sautéed spring vegetables like peas, asparagus, and carrots in a light buttery sauce. Italian Sausage and Orzo Skillet: Crumbled Italian fennel sausage cooked with orzo, red peppers, onions, and tomatoes for a one-pan meal. Orzo with meatballs: beef or pork meatballs with an Italian tomato sauce and Orzo.

Good, does what it supposes to do.

My family is Italian, I have spent a lot of time in Italy eating amazing food which is difficult to recreate here in the UK. Pasta snobbery is inherent and there aren’t many brands which I will purchase. This one definitely gets the seal of approval at a good price. I purchase many varieties from this brand and I’ve never been disappointed. Cooked well, the pasta has bite and it holds a lot of flavour from the sauce. Inferior products can go mushy, floppy and the sauce can’t cling to it. This Ditaloni was purchased for my 3 year old. He loves pasta and giving different varieties makes sure he never gets bored (and it tastes different being smaller I swear!) Not as small as Ditali, so it doesn’t take forever to eat. The pasta is ridged, so the sauce clings well even with oily sauces and makes it taste so much better - nothing worse than all the sauce falling off and eating tasteless pasta! It’s really versatile as well, can be used in a variety of dishes. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend! Good price, quick delivery, really good product.

Excellent for pastina! But be warned, it’ll overcook quickly because it’s so small and overcooked pasta is vile in a pastina!🤣

I used to eat this as a child and always called it baby pasta! Great to find it again, love how easy it is to cook, taste just like I remember. Such a great pasta for kids and adults and it’s small and doesn’t involve much chewing.

Love this pasta, great for soups

Una garanzia. Con Amazon fresh è tutto più semplice. Ottimi prezzi

Pasta muy buena.

Mejor que otras

tutto ok conoscevo già il prodotto consegna ok

Vorrei segnalare che il pacchetto di pasta mi è arrivato aperto e la pastina era tutta dispersa nella scatola che conteneva il mio ordine (12 prodotti tra alimentari e non in uno spazio piuttosto stretto). Purtroppo mi toccherà buttarla...che peccato!