Rough Pasta Costs More to Make — Here's Why
IngredientsThe way sauce clings differently to different noodles isn't in your head. Bronze dies create more friction, which makes them slower and pricier to run — a real cost paid for a rougher surface.
Dried pasta
De Cecco
The Japanese official range lists No.10 at 1.4mm/6 minutes, No.11 at 1.6mm/9 minutes and No.12 at 1.9mm/12 minutes. Choose by the specific product and package instructions.
Typical products
- De Cecco No.10 Fedelini (1.4mm)
- De Cecco No.11 Spaghettini (1.6mm)
- De Cecco No.12 Spaghetti (1.9mm)
Sources and usage
- Tomomi Ogura Source verified evidence
- Vincenzo's Plate Source verified evidence
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Styles that use it
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Pasta Brands: De Cecco, Barilla, Garofalo, Rummo and La Molisana
Choose among five dried-pasta brands by shape, product line and buying needs. Find detailed guides, compare pack sizes and keep the right label for your next meal.