Penne Mezzanelli Lisce Gragnano IGP 500 g (Cartone 12) — Di Martino

Penne Mezzanelli Lisce Pasta di Gragnano IGP by Di Martino

Penne Mezzanelli Lisce Gragnano IGP by Pastificio Di Martino is durum wheat semolina pasta with Protected Geographical Indication, bronze-drawn and slowly dried at 40-85 C. The smooth short cut holds sauces thanks to a rough, porous surface; cooking time 9-11 minutes, 500 g pack in a case of 12 (6 kg). Made in Gragnano near Naples from semolina with at least 14% protein and water from the Lattari Mountains.

What is Pasta di Gragnano IGP

Gragnano, in the province of Naples, has been the city of pasta for over 500 years: documents already mention its dried pasta trade, favoured by the mild, ventilated climate of the Lattari Mountains that made slow open-air drying possible. The Pasta di Gragnano IGP, recognised at European level, requires production within the municipality of Gragnano, durum wheat semolina, water from the local aquifer, bronze drawing and slow drying. The smooth mezzanelli penne are a classic Neapolitan short cut, sturdy and versatile.

The producer: Pastificio Di Martino

Pastificio Di Martino was founded in 1912 in Gragnano, when Giuseppe Di Martino acquired the pasta factory where he had worked since childhood. The company carries on three generations of pasta masters and became, in 1915, the first pasta to cross the Panama Canal, reaching the Italian emigrant communities of America. Today it is one of the standard-bearers of the Pasta di Gragnano IGP consortium, combining family tradition with food-service-grade consistency.

Organoleptic characteristics

Pale amber colour typical of low-temperature drying, which preserves the lysine and the aromas of the wheat. The bronze-drawn surface is rough and matte, ideal for clinging sauces. On the palate the pasta is firm, with a clean wheat aroma and excellent al dente hold even after several minutes of carry-over in service.

Technical specifications

• Ingredients: durum wheat semolina, water
• Allergens: gluten (cereals)
• Net weight: 500 g per pack, case of 12 (6 kg)
• Cooking time: 9-11 minutes
• Drawing: bronze; drying: slow, 40-85 C
• Storage: cool, dry place, below 60% humidity
• Shelf life: 36 months from production
• EAN: 8002459901619

Professional kitchen uses

The smooth mezzanelli format is built for high-volume service. Penne all'arrabbiata: bronze-drawn pasta, garlic, chilli, San Marzano tomato, finished with parsley. Penne al forno / Neapolitan baked timballo: blanch 7 minutes, layer with ragù, fior di latte and Parmigiano, bake at 200 C for 20 minutes. Penne with Neapolitan ragù (la genovese or classic): the smooth tube collects the slow-cooked sauce. Penne alla Norma with fried aubergine, tomato and salted ricotta. Cold pasta salad in summer (cook al dente, cool, dress). Professional serving 80-100 g per portion; 1 kg yields 10-12 portions.

Pairings

Pairs naturally with bronze-drawn tomato sauces, San Marzano peeled tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, Parmigiano Reggiano and basil. For baked dishes, fior di latte and Neapolitan ragù. Discover the complementary LAPA range of peeled tomatoes, olive oil and Italian cheeses to complete the dish.

Common mistakes to avoid

Do not overcook: smooth penne are at their best at 9-11 minutes, drained al dente and finished in the pan with the sauce. Do not rinse after draining (it strips the surface starch that binds the sauce). Do not under-salt the water: about 10 g of salt per litre. Do not store in a humid environment, which compromises the dry pasta.

Who it is for

Designed for Italian restaurants, pizzerias, trattorias, hotels, canteens, delicatessens and Italian grocery stores, as well as private customers who want authentic Pasta di Gragnano IGP. The 12 x 500 g case format is convenient for professional stock rotation.

Delivery and logistics LAPA

B2B and B2C delivery throughout Switzerland from the LAPA warehouse in Embrach (Zurich). Direct distribution across Zurich, Winterthur, Uster, Schaffhausen, St. Gallen, Frauenfeld, Aargau, Bern and Basel. For Ticino (Lugano, Bellinzona, Locarno), French-speaking Switzerland (Geneva, Lausanne, Fribourg), Valais (Sion, Martigny) and the Grisons (Chur, Davos) delivery within 24-48 hours via partner couriers (Swiss Post, Planzer, Galliker). As an ambient dry product, it needs no cold chain and is perfect for stock orders by professional clients. Service tailored for restaurants, pizzerias, hotels, delicatessens, canteens, Italian grocery stores and private customers.