Long pasta

Long pasta is a type of pasta characterized by considerable length and thinness, and includes shapes such as spaghetti, tagliatelle, and linguine, which can be round, flat, or perforated. The definition includes varieties of different thicknesses, from very thin like angel hair pasta to wider ones like lasagna.

• Characteristics: It is distinguished by its length and elongated shape, but includes different thicknesses and cross-sections.
• Types: There are various types, including round (such as spaghetti and vermicelli), flat (such as tagliatelle and linguine), or perforated (such as bucatini).
• Products: Some common examples include spaghetti, bucatini, vermicelli, tagliatelle, linguine, lasagna, and angel hair pasta.
• Varieties: The length can vary depending on the manufacturer and the type of pasta, and it can exhibit varying roughness and porosity, especially if produced using bronze dies.
• Use: Long pasta is often paired with succulent sauces that can be rolled to capture the flavor.