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Organic Pasta

Rigatoni

Name: Rigatoni
Brand: Bona Furtuna
Price: 11.95 USD
Availability: InStock

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At Bona Furtuna, we honor Sicilian history by marrying heirloom grains naturally with modern technology to honor heritage and ensure authentic taste. Designed specifically to deliver meaty, creamy, tomato filled, cheese laden mouthfuls, our Sicilian Ancient Grain Rigatoni is 100% organic, non-GMO, and bronze died for robust flavor and texture.

TASTE THE DIFFERENCE

Ancient Grain Pasta

Basic pasta

Why It Matters

Certified organic

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Third party verification following strict standards, certifying that our farming practices do not use synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, or GMOs.

100% ancient grain Sicilian wheat

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Our 'secret ingredient'. Ancient grains produce flours that are high in protein and more easily digestible than their genetically modified cousins.

Bronze-die cut

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Creates textured noodles that are more effective at absorbing and clinging to the sauces they're served with.

Non-enriched and non-fortified

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Non-enriched/non-fortified pastas retain their natural nutrient profile, have a potential for higher fiber content, and avoid synthetic additives.

1% of purchase donated

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Every purchase supports verified environmental nonprofits through 1% For The Planet.

Carbon-neutral shipping

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Lower environmental impact.

The Pasta of all Pastas

Found throughout Italy, Rigatoni is particularly popular in the bustling city of Rome, and on the pristine island of Sicily. A hollow core is made just wide enough to trap fresh summer zucchini, sweet spring peas, decadent bits of slow-cooked lamb, and so much more. Specially crafted bronze dyes give its outer shell even grooves, allowing the rigatonis to catch any remaining cheese and sauce left behind. Enjoy the rich Roman dish of rigatoni con la pagliata or the Sicilian tegame D’Aragona.

Ancient Grain Meets Modern Technology

Bona Furtuna Ancient Grain Pasta celebrates the spirit of Italian land and tradition. Once known as the granary of Rome, Sicily’s rich climate presents ideal growing conditions for our 100% organic, non-GMO grains. Perciasacchi and Russello are sublime heirloom wheat grains. Using modern practices, grain is ground domestically, rinsed minimally and repeatedly milled. Next, our rigatoni pasta is shaped in bronze dies, cut by hand, and placed on racks to air dry in the Mediterranean breeze.

FAQs

How is your pasta made?

Our pasta is made from organic Sicilian heirloom ancient wheat grains that are bronze-cut, and slow-dried. These traditional methods preserve flavor, create a naturally rough texture for better sauce adherence, and deliver a true al dente bite.

Why are ancient grains important in my pasta?

Ancient wheat grains are heirloom varieties grown for generations without modern hybridization. They are valued for their natural flavor, higher protein content, and are often easier to digest than modern hybrid durum wheat due to a different gluten structure. Ancient grains also support biodiversity, soil health, and more resilient, sustainable farming systems.

What types of ancient grains are used in your pasta?

We use organic ancient Sicilian wheat grains Russello and Perciasacchi in our pasta. These native varieties are grown throughout Central Sicily and deliver rich flavor, higher protein content, and easier digestibility than many modern hybrid durum wheats.

Why is pasta cut from bronze dies better?

Bronze dies create a naturally textured, slightly rough surface on the pasta. This texture helps sauces cling more evenly, resulting in better flavor and a more satisfying bite compared to smooth, industrially cut pasta from stainless steel or teflon-coated dies.

What are the health benefits of ancient grains?

Ancient wheat grains are naturally higher in protein and nutrients and have a simpler gluten structure than many modern hybrid durum wheats. While they are not gluten free, some people with mild gluten sensitivities find ancient wheat grains easier to digest due to their lower level of modification and traditional cultivation methods.

Is your pasta enriched or fortified?

No. Our pasta is non-enriched and non-fortified, made simply from organic Sicilian heirloom wheat and water, with no added vitamins or minerals.

What is the importance of slow dried pasta?

Compared to conventional pasta, our pasta is dried more slowly, at lower temperatures, in a controlled space to monitor humidity levels. This improves the texture of the pasta, prevents surface cracking, and keeps the structural integrity of the pasta’s proteins intact so you get the perfect al dente bite every time.