Spaghetti were born in southern Italy, very long time ago. The story says that it was the first type of pasta created by man. Their name comes from the word "spago" , which is a fairly thin string, and these particular shapes create graceful and elegant movements in the dish. Nobody can resist to the playful fascination of rolling them on a fork, carefully gathering the sauce to be able to taste their deliciousness.
Today, Spaghetti Barilla have become a synonymous of good pasta and Italian cuisine everywhere. With their intriguing shape and how they're able to stay always "al dente" (Pasta is at its eating best when "al dente", which is to say that it offers a little resistance "to the bite".), they're capable of resolving thousands of situations.
The Shape
Spaghetti are one of the most ancient shapes of pasta. Long and thin, yet not too fine, after being cooked they become brisk and graceful. They love to plunge in any sauce, and for this reason they're extremely versatile allowing an infinite number of combinations: from the most traditional recipes, to the most unusual ones. Why not try? A plate of Spaghetti Barilla in the family or with friends, is always a great success. Because where there is Barilla, there is Italy.
Suggestions for use
Simply served with Barilla Pomodoro sauce, oil and basil, Spaghetti Barilla bring cheerfulness on the table. A traditional Italian recipe proposes them alla puttanesca, an inviting sauce with black olives, cappers, anchovies and tomato.
Barilla also suggests, especially in the summer months, to try them with a typically Mediterranean sauce made with fresh tomatoes and mozzarella (a typical fresh soft Italian cheese made with cow milk or with cow buffalo milk), seasoned with a dash of oregano and hot red peppers.An unusual combination, yet absolutely delicious is with tomatoes and gorgonzola (named for a town outside Milan where it was originally made. It has an ivory-coloured interior that can be lightly or thickly streaked with bluish-green veins. This cow's-milk cheese is rich and creamy with a savoury, slightly pungent flavour), an appetizing blend of sweet and, at the same time, strong flavours. |
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