Garofalo Elbow Macaroni has been specially developed for the UK market as it is not a shape found in Italy. It is thought that it derives from the Italian maccheroni in Italy the noun maccheroni refers to straight tubular square-ended pasta. The curved (elbow) macaroni is perfect for Macaroni Cheese, allowing the sauce to surround the tubes both inside and out. - 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!