3 ways to prepare trofie pasta

Among the most beloved regional pasta shapes, trofie are a true icon of Liguria. Short, twisted, and just rough enough to hold any kind of sauce, they have won over palates far beyond their land of origin.

In Liguria, pasta is part of a gastronomic culture passed down from generation to generation, and trofie have always been the stars of family lunches, village festivals, and dinners by the sea. Their versatility makes them perfect both for the most traditional recipes and for modern reinterpretations. And the best part is that, thanks to Vico Food Box, you can bring them to your table wherever you are, along with all the typical ingredients of Italian cuisine.

Trofie with Genovese pesto

We can only start with the great classic. Trofie with Genovese pesto are the symbol of Ligurian cuisine, a dish that smells of basil and summer. Preparing them is simple: just cook the Trofie Liguri Barilla and season them with Star Tigullio Genovese pesto without garlic, perhaps adding a spoonful of cooking water to better blend everything together. The result is a dish that tastes of sea cliffs, open-air lunches, and Mediterranean conviviality.

Trofie with gorgonzola and walnut cream

For those who love strong flavours, trust us, this variant will win you over. Gorgonzola, with its creaminess and slightly tangy character, pairs perfectly with the sweetness and crunch of Fatina shelled walnuts. Simply melt the cheese in a small pan with a dash of milk or cream, add coarsely chopped walnuts, and toss with the hot trofie. The result is a rich, enveloping first course that pairs wonderfully with a glass of dry white wine.

Trofie with sun-dried tomato and salted ricotta cream

This is the perfect choice for those looking for a tasty, simple, and 100% shelf-stable dish, ideal even for those living abroad. The intense, slightly sweet flavor of Delizie di Calabria sun-dried tomatoes in oil turns into a velvety cream when blended with a drizzle of oil and a little cooking water. Once the pasta is dressed, it is finished with a generous sprinkling of grated salted ricotta to achieve an irresistible contrast between sweetness and savoriness.

Three recipes, three different ways to enjoy trofie, but one common thread: the ability to bring an authentic piece of Italy to the table, even from miles away. And if you want to discover more delicious ideas, take a look at this collection of quick recipes: cooking Italian, wherever you are, has never been so easy.