There’s nothing better than eating authentic Italian for dinner. Pasta is a classic choice, but with so many varieties, how can you choose? There are literally dozens of shapes and sizes, and each is considered the best to pair with certain types of sauces.  For instance, authentic Bolognese sauce is paired with wide, flat pasta like Pappardelle, while Spaghetti is paired with classic Roman sauces like Carbonara or Cacio e Pepe.

But no matter the size and shape, there is another important variable with which not everyone is familiar.  This is the process used to create the shape itself, and this process can change the final dish in a major way.

But first a question:  Have you ever made a mouth-watering, delicious sauce, only for it to slide off your pasta? 

If so, consider switching to Bronze Die Pasta.

Pasta dough is pressed through an extruder to create the final shape, and is cut to size.  

With Bronze Die Pasta, the dies are created using bronze metal material. Many pastas found on store shelves today are created using dies made of Teflon, which provides a shiny, more slippery look and feel. One thing that separates bronze die-cut pasta from the rest is the texture it provides. Even after it’s been cooked, you’ll notice the pasta has a coarse exterior, making the perfect surface for sauce to cling to and bring your cooking to the next level. No more slippery noodles!

Another main feature in dishes that use Bronze Die Pasta is the difference in color. Bronze Die Pasta has a signature golden color, slightly darker than other commonly found pastas. Not only does this provide an enticing visual, but it also reflects the incredible taste found only when using bronze material for the die. It makes for a perfect meal, with the pasta complementing any other ingredients added to it, including but not limited to herbs, meats, cheese and spices. Be prepared for a forkful of flavor when you begin to explore the fine taste of Bronze Die Pasta.

If you’re looking to upgrade your pasta game, look no more: Flora has many different pasta varieties made with bronze die cutting, including all of the Homestyle Pasta varieties, which are available online as well as in your local grocery store, making it easier than ever to bring the authentic taste of Italy to your home.

Looking for recommendations? Try making Fettuccine Piedmont Style, which includes combining Flora’s Homestyle Egg Fettuccine Pasta with a meat sauce, parmesan cheese, butter and spices. With a few simple steps, you too can create a delectable dish typically only found in Italy.

Give your dinner guests the joy of tasting Bronze Die Pasta at your next gathering or surprise your family by turning up the taste in your everyday meals. However you choose to enjoy Bronze Die Pasta, you’ll definitely be coming back for more.