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Fusilli
Italy (Southern Italy, Calabria)Year-roundNeutral, starchy, pasta
Did You Know?
Fusilli was traditionally made by wrapping pasta dough around a thin rod or wire (ferro) — the word 'fusilli' comes from 'fuso', meaning spindle.
Overview
Italy (Southern Italy · Year-round · grains
Short, spiral-shaped pasta that traps sauces in its twists, excellent with chunky, hearty sauces.
Italy (Southern Italy
Origin
Year-round
Season
Easy
Difficulty
grains
Category
Flavor Profile
Neutralstarchypasta
Storage Tips
Store in airtight container for up to 2 years.
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How to Cook with Fusilli
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Use with thick, chunky sauces like pesto, arrabbiata, or meat ragù. Excellent in pasta salads as the spirals hold dressing well.
Best Pairings
pestotomato saucevegetablesmozzarellaolives
Substitutes
Rotini, penne, rigatoni
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Fusilli
Nutrition Highlights
fat
2
carbs
74
fiber
3
protein
13
calories
370
Quick Facts
Categorygrains
OriginItaly (Southern Italy, Calabria)
SeasonYear-round
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Good source of carbohydrates. Whole grain fusilli provides fiber and B vitamins.
Fusilli Photos
4 photos showcasing Fusilli in its many forms
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Fusilli
grains
OriginItaly (Southern Italy
SeasonYear-round
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Neutralstarchypasta
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Pairs Well With
pestotomato saucevegetablesmozzarellaolives
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