Pasta Almanac

The difference

Sagnarelli vs Maltagliati

Both are flat sheet-cut ribbons, but sagnarelli are neat rectangles with fluted crimped edges, cut with a fluted wheel, while maltagliati are plain irregular offcuts. The crimped edge and the regular cut separate sagnarelli from the scrap-cut maltagliati.

Gouache illustration of Sagnarelli

Sagnarelli

Family
Ribbons
Size
not yet measured
Surface
Smooth
Cook
n/a

Wants: Porcini mushroom, Ragu, Butter and parmesan

Gouache illustration of Maltagliati

Maltagliati

Family
Sheets and broad cuts
Size
not yet measured
Surface
Smooth
Cook
n/a

Wants: Broth, Bean and legume soups, Ragu

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