I have discovered Rummo pasta and I like it. Why is it a cut above your run-of-the-mill Italian pasta? Well, for two reasons.

Firstly, because Rummo use good quality (Australian!) wheat, Rummo pasta has a higher than normal protein level, and secondly, because Rummo’s special slow manufacturing process creates a higher quality pasta.

Indeed, I have found that the pasta dishes using Rummo pasta are richer and have more body than other more everyday pastas – but, be warned, if you overcook this pasta, you will ruin it.  A boiling time is given on all packets, but you should keep testing the cooking pasta regularly, every few minutes or so, until you think it is cooked in the way you want it to be.

In practice, how long you need to keep that pasta boiling depends on the type of pasta (fusilli, farfalle, spaghetti, etc.) the quantity of water, and whether the water is boiling vigorously or not – and, of course, how you like your pasta.

From experience I’ve found that the time given on pasta packets is something of a minimum, but I’m no expert pasta preparer.  I tend to like my pasta tender, but not floppy, however I’m not too keen on pasta cooked ‘al dente’.  ‘Al dente’ means that pasta is only just cooked and still a little hard.  Many Italians prefer their pasta this way.

Note that cooking pasta ‘al dente’ is something to be done with dried, but not fresh, pasta.

Where to Buy Rummo Pasta in America?

Rummo Pasta, known for its superior quality and unique manufacturing process, can be found in several locations worldwide. In the United States, it is available in select grocery stores specializing in Italian products or high-end supermarkets with an extensive pasta selection.

Additionally, Rummo Pasta is distributed to Italian restaurants across the US, often receiving praise from Italian-American diners.

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Rummo’s special ‘Lenta Lavorazione’ pasta, as it is known, is available in the States, and it can now be found in the UK too.

Apparently Rummo pasta is distributed to Italian restaurants in the US, so if Italian-American restaurateurs, and more importantly, their customers give it the thumbs up, it must be OK.

If you would like to know more about the subject of ‘lenta lavorazione’, there is an article about it here.  Many thanks to Phil of moveablefeast for this link.

Try Rummo pasta! You may well like it.  As well as being great every day you feel like a pasta dish, Rummo pasta would be good for those special occasions when pasta which is a cut above the rest is called for.

Visit the Pasta Rummo website.

For those residing in the UK, Rummo Pasta is becoming increasingly accessible, with its presence growing in various retail outlets catering to imported Italian goods. The brand’s website also serves as a reliable platform to locate nearby stores or to purchase Rummo Pasta online, ensuring pasta enthusiasts can indulge in its exceptional taste and texture conveniently.

Is Rummo Pasta Gluten-Free?

While Rummo Pasta is renowned for its high-quality ingredients and slow manufacturing process, it is not a gluten-free pasta option. Rummo uses good quality wheat, including Australian wheat, in its pasta production, resulting in a higher protein level than ordinary pasta.

However, individuals seeking gluten-free alternatives may need to explore other specialized pasta brands explicitly formulated without gluten-containing ingredients. Rummo Pasta is celebrated for its traditional pasta excellence but may not be suitable for those adhering to a gluten-free diet due to its wheat-based composition.

Rummo Pasta Recipes

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta with Chicken

Ingredients:

• 12 oz Rummo fettuccine pasta
• 2 chicken breasts, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook Rummo fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Season diced chicken with salt and pepper. In a skillet, cook chicken until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
4. Pour in heavy cream and let it simmer for a few minutes. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens.
5. Add cooked fettuccine and cooked chicken into the sauce. Toss until the pasta is coated evenly.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.

Tomato Basil Pasta Salad

Ingredients:

• 8 oz Rummo penne pasta
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook Rummo penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let it cool.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped basil leaves.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until well combined.
5. Optionally, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top before serving.

Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Ingredients:

• 10 oz Rummo spaghetti pasta
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook Rummo spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
3. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink and opaque.
4. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
5. Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss until the pasta is coated with the shrimp and sauce.
6. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.