Category: Long Pasta Mafaldine special format of long pasta, ribbon, curled Origin of the name: it is said that the master pasta maker that invented, was inspired by the long and wavy hair of a beautiful girl named Mafalda, but the most accepted version is that for which the size is so named in honor of Queen Mafalda of Savoy (which is also called "queens") Provenance: size of Neapolitan origin How to cook: the precious curl of mafaldine that to keep the seasoning, remains well defined even after cooking, it is ideal with the classic meat sauce or with creamy delights of cheese.