March 24, 2025
Spring is a season of renewal—so why not refresh your dinner routine with vibrant greens, fragrant herbs, and artfully crafted pasta? From crisp asparagus and garlicky ramps to creamy spinach and fresh mint, these five recipes celebrate the best of the season, pairing spring’s finest ingredients with pasta shapes designed to cradle every drop of flavor.
Whether you’re looking for a light, veggie-forward dish or a comforting bowl of pasta with a hint of springtime brightness, there’s something here for you. Let’s dive in!
Saffron Malloreddus, a Sardinian specialty, gets a bright, herbal twist with fresh mint, creamy ricotta, and sharp Pecorino cheese. The saffron-infused pasta brings a subtle floral note, while the mint cuts through the richness of the cheeses, making each bite feel light yet deeply flavorful. It’s a perfect way to bring a little Mediterranean sunshine to your springtime table.
Nothing says spring like fresh asparagus and ramps! This dish highlights the delicate sweetness of asparagus and the mild, garlicky bite of ramps, all tossed with Sfoglini Trumpets—fluted pasta designed to scoop up every bit of sauce and flavor. A light butter or olive oil base lets the seasonal produce shine, while a sprinkle of Parmesan ties it all together. It’s simple, fresh, and packed with peak-season goodness.
If you love creamy pastas but want a spring-inspired twist, this Bigoli with Spinach Cream Sauce is the perfect pick. Thick strands of Bigoli pasta provide the ideal surface for a silky, vibrant green sauce made from fresh spinach, cream, and a hint of garlic. The result? A luscious, velvety dish that’s as stunning as it is delicious. Bonus: It’s a great way to get your greens!
For a heartier spring meal, look no further than this comforting yet bright dish. Tender mini meatballs, tender broccoli, and pillowy Cavatelli pasta come together in a light sauce that balances richness with freshness. The broccoli adds a welcome pop of color and nutrients, while the meatballs provide a satisfying bite. It’s the perfect balance of cozy and fresh!
Tallarines Verdes, a Peruvian-inspired pesto dish, gets a hearty, whole-grain upgrade with Sfoglini Radiators. The ridged, ruffled shape is perfect for holding onto every bit of the vibrant green sauce, which blends fresh basil, spinach, and cheese into a creamy, herbaceous coating. The nutty depth of whole grain pasta complements the rich flavors, making this dish both wholesome and satisfying.
Whether you’re craving something light and herby or creamy and comforting, these five recipes bring out the best of spring’s flavors. Cook up something fresh, vibrant, and absolutely delicious—no matter what’s in bloom outside your window!
January 28, 2025
Few dishes sing of winter more than a flavorful, hearty bowl of pasta. Whether you crave a simple supper or are ready to dive into an all-day Sunday Sauce, here’s how to utilize winter ingredients and traditional cooking techniques for ultimate cold-weather comfort.
The key to a classic ragù is a long-and-low cooking process, which allows simple ingredients to blossom. Start by sautéeing finely chopped carrots, onions, and celery until browned. Stir in ground meat, scraping the bottom of the pan as it browns. Add crushed tomatoes, white wine, and herbs like rosemary and oregano. Cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until thick and flavorful—at least 30 minutes but up to three hours. Once you’ve perfected your ragù, try our White Pork Ragù recipe, where pork shoulder cooks down in fennel, milk, and white wine to create a luscious topping for our eye-catching Saffron Malloreddus. Or if you're short on time, try our recipe for Saffron Malloreddus alla Campidanese.
This low-and-slow process uses a little liquid to break down large pieces of meat or dried beans into fork-tender, flavorful dishes. For a classic Italian supper, simmer white beans with sautéed aromatics, leafy green vegetables, and pasta. Then, finish with shredded cheese and a spritz of fresh lemon juice. Or try your hand at a full-on Sunday Sauce: Brown pieces of seasoned pork or beef in oil. Then, sauté aromatics, scraping the pan to release their flavors. Add crushed tomatoes, a dash of red wine vinegar, and enough water to loosen the texture. Gently fold in your browned meat, some whole sausage, and meatballs. Cook on low for at least two hours, stirring occasionally, then serve over pasta. Looking for a meal that's fragrant, spicy, sweet, savory, and bitter all at once? Look no further than our Vesuvio with Mole and Short Ribs recipe. This braise is the perfect dish to warm you up this winter.
A sauce is any thick liquid that adds flavor and moisture to a dish. But don’t let the breadth of the term intimidate you. On top of a classic marinara—which you can make by simmering canned tomatoes with sautéed onions, garlic, and basil—many winter ingredients transform into a luscious, flavorful sauce. Purée canned pumpkin with hot stock and soft cheese, then pour over cooked pasta. Roast sweet potatoes and aromatics until caramelized, then purée with stock, silken tofu, or cream. Or try our Sweet Potato Whiskey Sauce recipe—it makes a perfectly creamy, savory sauce to fill the pockets of our hearty Rye Trumpets.
Casseroles are a versatile vessel for pairing pasta with hearty winter veggies and filling proteins. Pre-cook your pasta until it’s not quite al dente—it should finish cooking in the oven without falling apart. Then, layer it in a casserole dish with braised meat, sauce, and enough shredded cheese to pull the ingredients together. Try a thick sauce of canned pumpkin blended with a bit of ricotta, layered with pork sausage, sage, rosemary, and parmesan. Or dig into our Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole recipe, which features our fluffy Semolina Radiators, shredded chicken, green chilies, and a creamy sauce.
It doesn’t take a specific list of ingredients to make a satisfying soup—and the chef notes in our Chicken Soup with Whole Grain Reginetti recipe prove this point. To start, sauté winter aromatics like leeks, onions, and garlic in oil. Toss in Italian sausage, smoked ham, or another cooked meat. Then, add chopped leafy greens, cubed squash, or potato slices. Simmer in some canned beans, tomatoes, stock, pasta—anything you can dream up!—and you’re good to go.
January 20, 2025
At Sfoglini, there are countless things we love about pasta. It can be a comfort food and a fine-dining dish. It's been made for centuries with simple ingredients and traditional techniques, but it can still deliver a wide range of complex, rich flavors. It's easy to make but also allows for endless experimentation and creativity in the kitchen.
One of the things we appreciate most about pasta is just how beloved it is. It's so easy to connect over a food that everyone seems to crave. If you know someone who loves pasta, it can actually serve as a great starting point when coming up with ways to show you care. We've put together this guide to the best gifts for pasta lovers to help you find the perfect fit, whether it's an Italian pasta gift basket, a pasta of the month subscription or a pasta cookbook.
Are the pasta lovers in your life making dishes at home that aren't quite as satisfying as those from authentic Italian restaurants? Artisan ingredients can help to level up their homemade meals. When you give the gift of premium pasta, you instantly elevate the dish.
Sfoglini products make great gifts for home cooks. Our pastas are made with a great deal of care every step of the way, from sourcing whole grain flours from local flour mills to our roots in New York's Hudson Valley. We use quality ingredients and time-honored Italian techniques to make pasta with delicious, authentic flavors. Sfoglini pasta is crafted using the bronze-cut method to help create our signature shapes and give each piece a rough, textured surface that holds more sauce. We even slow dry our pasta at low temperatures for over nine hours to preserve the flavor, nutrients and authentic taste that set our products apart.
If you're looking for a great way to give the gift of artisan pasta, consider an order that encourages exploring classic Italian traditions. That way, you can gift them with an assortment of pasta varieties that include different shapes, ingredients and flavors.
Our collection of pasta sets is the perfect place to find this type of gift. We have plenty of pasta gift basket ideas to choose from, including sampler packs featuring several different kinds of pasta in one set. You can even get a pasta gift that comes with its own cookbook for culinary inspiration.
Looking for a pasta gift that keeps on giving? Surprise them with a subscription for a pasta club. Each time they receive another shipment of pasta, they'll be reminded of just how much you care about them. Plus, they'll get to enjoy your gift over and over throughout all or part of the year, not just on a single special occasion.
The Sfoglini Pasta Club is a delicious option that any foodie or home chef is sure to love. It's available in half-year and full-year subscriptions, with shipments arriving quarterly. Recipients get to keep their pantry stocked with artisan pasta and try out new recipes from the comfort of home. Each shipment even comes with a booklet that features six recipes created by Sfoglini chefs, along with entertaining stories to spark their culinary creativity.
Giving the gift of pasta is just one way to show you care. There are plenty of other unique and thoughtful ways to treat your fellow foodies to a cool gift. Pasta cookbooks are one of our favorite ideas, especially for someone who loves to spend time in the kitchen and make meals for themselves and family. It appeals to almost anyone who loves to entertain and could make a thoughtful present for a newly married couple or a housewarming party.
Don't be afraid to think outside the pasta box when it comes to pasta gifts. Other fun options to consider include pasta magnets, pasta stickers and pasta tote bags.
Shop at Sfoglini for all your pasta gifting needs. Check out our selection for inspiration. Here's a little more about what you'll find at Sfoglini:
If you plan to ship your gifts, make sure to read about our shipping deadlines. For more information, you can always check out our FAQ page or contact us. Send us a message or give us a call at 518-731-7278 and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
