The pasta "Lumache" takes its name from the distinctive shell-like shape it presents, resembling small shells or snails. Here are some interesting anecdotes about these pasta:

"Lumache" literally means "snails" in Italian, which perfectly reflects the shape of these pasta. Their design is inspired by snail shells, making them perfect for retaining sauce inside and offering a flavorful culinary experience.

Culinary versatility: Lumache pasta is versatile and can be used in a wide variety of recipes. Their hollow, spiral shape makes them ideal for holding thick sauces, such as meat sauces, creamy sauces, or thick tomato sauces.

Visual pleasure: Lumache pasta not only adds texture to a dish, but also contributes to its visual presentation. Their unique and playful shape adds a touch of originality to any pasta dish.

Soft texture: Due to their hollow shape, Lumache pasta has a soft and tender texture on the inside while retaining a slight firmness on the outside. This makes them enjoyable to eat and perfect for absorbing the flavors of the sauce.

Cooking time: 13-14 minutes

Be sure to follow the cooking times for premium durum wheat pasta like those from Cavalieri. The times we provide are recommendations from Italians and therefore represent the minimum time to achieve al dente pasta. Don't hesitate to increase the cooking time by one or two minutes and ensure they are placed into boiling water and not water at a rolling boil!

Benedetto CAVALIERI is a legend in the Pasta world!
Since 1918, four generations have succeeded each other at the helm of the family business.
Located in Apulia, not far from Lecce, Benedetto Cavalieri perpetuates unrivaled expertise in crafting pasta from hard wheat with incomparable crunch.

The variety of wheat used and the terroir of Apulia certainly explain this difference. Everything is done according to a process that allows the pasta to flourish without being "brutalized" in the molds. Slow drying at low temperatures guarantees impeccable cooking resistance.

Until now, their pasta was almost impossible to find in France...

Origin: Italy

Quantity: 500g