The difference

Mafaldine vs Tagliolini

Both are egg ribbons, but mafaldine is a medium band trimmed with a ruffle down each edge, while tagliolini is a narrow flat strip with clean edges. Mafaldine's frills grab a richer sauce, tagliolini's thin smooth body suits broth and light dressings. The ruffle and the width are the tell.

Gouache illustration of Mafaldine

Mafaldine

Family: Ribbons
Size: 260 mm long
Surface: Smooth
Cook: 8 to 11 min

Wants: Neapolitan ragu, Ricotta sauce, Ragu

Gouache illustration of Tagliolini

Tagliolini

Family: Ribbons
Size: 2 to 3 mm wide
Surface: Smooth
Cook: 1 to 2 min

Wants: Butter and parmesan, Broth, Lemon

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