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The difference

Sedani vs Tortiglioni

Both are narrow ridged tubes, but sedani is gently curved with ridges running straight down its length, while tortiglioni is straight with ridges that spiral around the body. The curve marks sedani, the winding grooves mark tortiglioni.

Gouache illustration of Sedani

Sedani

Family
Tubes
Size
45 mm long
Surface
Ridged
Cook
12 min

Wants: Ragu, Tomato sauce, Amatriciana

Gouache illustration of Tortiglioni

Tortiglioni

Family
Tubes
Size
36 to 42 mm long
Surface
Ridged
Cook
10 to 13 min

Wants: Ragu, Amatriciana, Sausage ragu

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