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The difference

Alfabeto vs Anellini

Both are tiny flat pastina, but alfabeto are stamped letters, the alphabet shapes, while anellini are smooth little rings. One spells, the other loops. Both are made for broth, where their shape is the whole appeal.

Gouache illustration of Alfabeto

Alfabeto

Family
Pastina
Size
10 mm long
Surface
Textured
Cook
8 min

Wants: Broth, Butter and parmesan, Tomato sauce

Gouache illustration of Anellini

Anellini

Family
Pastina
Size
10 mm across
Surface
Smooth
Cook
n/a

Wants: Neapolitan ragu, Ragu, Tomato sauce

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