Organic Whole Wheat Perciasacchi Spaghetti Pasta

The organic Sicilian ancient grain Perciasacchi Boniviri spaghetti are made using sustainable, non-intensive farming practices. Perciasacchi, a rustic and fiber-rich variety, gives the pasta an intense flavor, a hearty texture, and natural digestibility. Handcrafted and bronze-drawn, these spaghetti are ideal for those seeking healthy, traceable food connected to the biodiversity of the region. Ancient grains are a particular type of non-genetically modified wheat, called so to distinguish them from "modern" wheats, which are all those wheat types that over time have been modified by humans to meet the needs of the food industry. The variety used to make the Reginette is called Perciasacchi (Khorasan), from the Sicilian "perciare," meaning to pierce, because the pointed shape of the grain caused holes in the jute sacks used for transport. For cultivating this ancient wheat, the technique of crop rotation is used, alternating wheat and legumes to ensure better soil fertility. These grains also grow over six feet tall, naturally combating weeds without the need for pesticides or fertilizers. Perfect with simple dressings based on extra virgin olive oil, seasonal vegetables, or rustic sauces, to bring a good, authentic, and sustainable dish to the table.