Maccheroni al ferretto

Maccheroni al ferretto is a traditional hand-rolled pasta from southern Italy, particularly Calabria, Basilicata, and Puglia. Made from semolina flour and water, it is rolled around a thin metal rod called a ferretto to create hollow, spiral-like tubes that perfectly capture thick sauces.

This pasta is typically served with meat ragù, 'nduja, or rich tomato-based sauces, making it a hearty, flavorful dish enjoyed at family celebrations and festive occasions. Its rustic, homemade character and ability to hold sauces make maccheroni al ferretto one of southern Italy's most iconic pasta shapes.