Grand Mere pastas originated in 1971 by a family in Alsace who would dry pastas in their home oven. Although the business has grown, this family remains at the helm ensuring quality products made only from fine ingredients. Made in accordance with Alsatian tradition, this pasta is formed using seven eggs per kilo of durum wheat semolina, mixed and then pressed through colander into short, thick, irregular shapes and dropped boiling water to be cooked.

Add butter and salt and eat plain for a simple but still delicious meal, or serve under coq au vin, or in a sauce of fresh cream, butter and parmesan. Mix with sauteed onions and spinach, or try with tomato sauce.

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