Italian cuisine is a journey through flavours and traditions woven together with the country’s history and culture. Among the countless combinations of ingredients and dishes, some recipes stand out for how distinctive they are, and for the story they tell. One of them is our Mancini Turanicum spaghetti with smoked butter, saffron and shredded peposo.
Mancini Turanicum spaghetti represents one of the finest choices in Italian pasta-making. Produced by the artisanal pasta maker Pastificio Mancini in Le Marche, this spaghetti is made with Turanicum durum wheat, an ancient variety that gives the pasta a unique flavour and an exceptional bite.
Smoked butter adds a touch of sophistication to the dish. The smoking process, which can vary depending on the type of wood used, gives the butter a distinctive and intense aroma.
Saffron, often called "red gold" for its value and vivid colour, carries a history that stretches back thousands of years. Grown primarily in Italy’s Abruzzo and Sardinia regions, saffron lends the dish a delicate flavour and a golden hue that makes it as beautiful to look at as it is to eat. Its role here is as much about taste as it is about presentation — it balances the other ingredients perfectly.
Peposo is a classic Tuscan dish born among the kiln workers of Impruneta in the 15th century. Originally made with beef, black pepper and red wine, peposo has a bold, intense flavour. The shredded peposo in this recipe brings a unique texture and a robust taste that pairs beautifully with the delicacy of the spaghetti and smoked butter.
Buon appetito!