Penne are probably the most popular tubular pasta types around, The word Penne means "quills" and refers to straight tubes of pasta cut diagonally at the ends (like a quill pen). Rigate means "ridges" seen on the pasta and perfect for holding sauce. Penne makes excellent and versatile pasta for many applications because of the very practical design. The angle cut of the end makes a large surface area for sauce to fall into and be drawn up the tube which means they are great for pairing with thick tomato sauces, meat sauces, and chunky vegetable sauces, - Made in Italy - Durum Wheat Semolina Pasta - 14% Protein Pasta - Bronze Drawn Pasta - Pasta Di Gragnano IGP - Suitable for Vegan and Vegetarian Diets - Kosher certified - Egg Free Garofalo pasta is formed through a bronze die, this method allows a little friction on the surface of the pasta, which becomes slightly rough and porous allowing the sauce to cling and be absorbed into the pasta giving a delightful eating experience!