Name: Donna Itriya, Spaghettoni Pasta, Organic, 500g
Brand: The Artisan Food Company
SKU: GSBL-003
Price: 5.40 GBP
Availability: InStock

Donna Itriya, Spaghettoni Pasta, Organic, 500g

Donna Itriya Spaghettoni is 500g of Donna Itriya spaghettoni made from certified organic grain — the thicker, more substantial version of spaghetti that suits richer, more robust sauces and provides a more satisfying bite. Delivered ready to cook.

£5.40

Features

Weight

500g

Variety

Spaghettoni

Provenance

Organic

Region

Italy, Sicily

Description

Donna Itriya Spaghettoni is 500g of It made from certified organic grain — the thicker, more substantial version of spaghetti that suits richer, more robust sauces and provides a more satisfying bite. Donna Itriya spaghettoni carries sauce with more authority than standard spaghetti. As a result, the extra diameter gives spaghettoni a firmer centre, a more pronounced al dente texture and a greater ability to carry chunky sauces. Furthermore, spaghettoni is the pasta of Southern Italian tradition — Puglia, Campania and Calabria — where a robust pasta suits bold Southern flavours. In particular, this suits hearty fish sauces, spicy tomato preparations and any sauce that would overwhelm a thinner strand.

About Donna Itriya Spaghettoni

Donna Itriya is an artisan pasta maker. The name pays homage to the ancient Mediterranean word for pasta — itriya. In particular, Donna Itriya produces pasta from free-range eggs or certified organic grain. An ancient grain line draws on heritage wheat varieties. As a result, each pasta shape has a character and nutritional profile that a standard factory pasta cannot match. Furthermore, bronze-die extrusion gives every shape a rough, porous surface that grips sauce far better than smooth Teflon-extruded pasta. However, Donna Itriya pasta rewards tasting from 2 minutes before the packet time for the perfect result. In particular, the organic and ancient grain varieties have a more robust, nutty flavour that rewards simple, high-quality sauces. Additionally, all Donna Itriya pasta dries slowly at low temperature to preserve the natural flavour of the grain. That slow craft approach defines every shape in the range. That is why this product from The Artisan Food Company consistently impresses even the most discerning cooks.

Why Choose Donna Itriya Spaghettoni From Us

Cooking artisan bronze-die pasta well rewards a few simple habits that transform the result. In contrast to mass-market pasta, artisan bronze-extruded pasta has a rough surface that absorbs and carries sauce in equal measure. As a result, you need less sauce per portion and the flavour integration is far superior. Furthermore, use a generous amount of well-salted water — pasta water is an ingredient, not just a cooking medium. However, reserve a cup of pasta water before draining as it finishes the sauce with starch and seasoning. In particular, finish the pasta in the sauce pan for the last minute of cooking. Never drain and plate separately. Moreover, artisan pasta rewards a shorter time in the water and a longer time in the sauce. Additionally, organic and ancient grain pasta has a more pronounced flavour. It rewards simple preparations where the pasta itself can be tasted. That technique — pasta water, sauce pan finish, rest — transforms any great pasta into something exceptional.

How to Cook Donna Itriya Spaghettoni

To get the very best from it:

Cook in generously salted water for 2 minutes more than standard spaghetti, tasting regularly for the perfect al dente bite.
Use with a robust seafood sauce — bottarga, anchovies or a fish ragu where the thickness carries the sauce well.
Furthermore, it suits a Calabrian chilli and ‘nduja sauce where the bold flavour needs a substantial pasta.
Additionally, use for carbonara or amatriciana where the extra thickness produces a more satisfying result than standard spaghetti.

Perfect Pairings

This product pairs beautifully with:

Bottarga, olive oil and lemon for a classic Sardinian preparation
‘Nduja, tomato and Pecorino for a bold Calabrian sauce
Amatriciana or carbonara where spaghettoni’s substance is an advantage
A glass of Primitivo, Aglianico or a bold Sicilian red alongside

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture. Furthermore, once opened, use within 3 months for the finest flavour. However, unopened artisan pasta keeps well for up to 2 years. Delivered ready to cook with no further preparation required.

However you cook it, this product brings a quality and character that only carefully sourced artisan grain can deliver. Moreover, the finest ingredients always reward the best possible technique and accompaniments.

Donna Itriya: Celebrating Sicily’s Pasta-Making Heritage

Born in the Heart of Sicily

Donna Itriya is based in Casteldaccia, on Sicily’s northern coast, a region long recognised for its deep connection to wheat cultivation and pasta production. Surrounded by the landscapes that have defined Sicilian agriculture for thousands of years, the company draws inspiration from a territory where wheat remains an enduring symbol of culture, tradition and identity.

Reviving an Artisan Legacy

The history of pasta-making in Sicily is built upon generations of knowledge, craftsmanship and respect for raw ingredients. Donna Itriya continues this legacy by combining traditional pasta-making techniques with modern production technology, preserving the methods that have made Italian pasta renowned throughout the world while ensuring the highest standards of consistency and quality.

The Finest Sicilian Durum Wheat

At the heart of every Donna Itriya pasta is carefully selected Sicilian durum wheat. Produced using pure water, bronze dies and traditional processing methods, the pasta reflects the character of the island’s fertile soils and Mediterranean climate. The result is pasta with exceptional texture, flavour and the ability to perfectly capture every sauce.

Crafted with Patience and Precision

Donna Itriya remains committed to the principles of artisan production. The pasta is bronze drawn to create a rough surface and dried slowly at low temperatures in static cells, preserving its nutritional qualities and authentic flavour. This careful approach produces a tenacious pasta with outstanding cooking performance and exceptional taste.

From Field to Finished Pasta

Every stage of production is monitored, controlled and certified, ensuring complete traceability throughout the supply chain. From the cultivation of Sicilian wheat to the final packaging, Donna Itriya maintains rigorous quality standards while respecting the traditions that have shaped Italian pasta for centuries.

A Taste of Sicily’s Agricultural Heritage

Alongside its traditional range, Donna Itriya also celebrates Sicily’s ancient grains, including varieties such as Russello and Perciasacchi. These historic wheats, prized for their distinctive flavour and natural characteristics, reflect the company’s commitment to preserving Sicily’s rich agricultural heritage for future generations.

From the wheat fields of Sicily to tables around the world, Donna Itriya produces authentic pasta that honours tradition, embraces innovation and showcases the exceptional quality of the island’s finest grains.