Squid ink penne has a subtle taste of the sea. Gli Artisti della Pasta uses powdered ink to give the pasta its dark colour. It’s a delicious alternative to traditional penne.

In Italy, squid ink pasta is typically served with seafood. Make a light tomato and white wine sauce so the squid ink flavour shines through. Then, add a handful of prawns or mussels.

Squid ink penne can stand up to bold-flavoured ingredients. For a change from seafood, try serving it with crispy chorizo. Add lemon juice, parsley and a splash of sherry to create a quick sauce.

Gli Artisti della Pasta uses traditional recipes passed down through generations. Their pasta is slow-dried at low temperatures and extruded through bronze dies, resulting in a denser, stronger pasta. This gives the pasta a rough surface that holds sauces well.

Cooking time: 11 minutes.

In 2012, Gli Artisti della Pasta became the first pasta factory to receive IGP status. IGP stands for Indicazione Geografica Protetta (Protected Geographical Indication). It is assigned to products with a quality or reputation dependent on their geographical origin.

Store in a cool, dry place.

About Gli Artisti della Pasta

Gli Artisti della Pasta is a family-run company founded in 1976. They are based in Gragnano, Italy.  The town has a rich history of pasta production, earning it the nickname ‘City of Pasta'.

The company produces over 150 different pasta shapes. Most are made from two ingredients: Italian durum wheat and pure spring water. For some special shapes, the dough is flavoured with squid ink, truffle and chilli.

Product formulations and details may change. For the latest ingredients and allergen information always check product packaging prior to consumption. Ingredients: Durum wheat semolina, water, 1% powder squid ink, corn maltodextrin.

Allergy advice: For allergens see ingredients listed in bold. May contain soy, mustard, milk and celery.