Imported from a sleepy countryside in southern Italy, the quality of this artisanal pasta is unmatched because only all-natural, simple, rustic ingredients are used, making it incredibly fresh-tasting and satisfying. Just durum wheat semolina and water are used to form these giant tubes of penne, which are dried slowly at low temperatures to preserve flavor. This is hearty and filling, which makes it the ultimate comfort food.

This pasta is good enough to eat with just a sprinkle of olive oil and a dash of salt, but you can dress it up with tomato, cream, or Bolognese sauces, or serve it in a pasta salad. This is a great noodle for an easy mac and cheese dish kids will love, but for a more grown-up meal, saute with vegetables like eggplant, tomatoes, onions, and asparagus, and add soft pieces of mozzarella or sprinkle with fresh pecorino or Parmesan.

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