Rao's Homemade Linguine Pasta – Family Favorite Italian Pasta for Kid-Friendly Weeknight Dinners, 2-Pack
Rao's Homemade Linguine Pasta – Family Favorite Italian Pasta for Kid-Friendly Weeknight Dinners, 2-Pack
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Why you'll love it
- Authenticity of true Italian-imported pasta delivers restaurant-quality experience at home
- Bronze die cut grooves hold sauce better than mass-produced pasta for more flavorful bites
- Slow and low drying preserves al dente texture and avoids mushy results
- House-milled semolina flour signals premium craft and ingredient transparency
- Trusted Rao's brand reputation transfers from their iconic sauces to the pasta line
- Pack of 2 option offers better value for frequent pasta households
- rough and textured surface helps sauce stick satisfyingly
- non-shiny finish unlike typical pasta
- more firm texture compared to other brands appealing to texture-focused eaters
- tender dough texture distinguishable from other pasta
- flavor pleasantly different from American-grown pasta
- affordable bronze cut option
- staple pantry item quality
- pasta quality matters as much as sauce quality
- comparable to Barilla Al Bronzo
Perfect for
- Quick elevated weeknight dinner paired with Rao's Homemade Sauce
- Authentic Italian dinner party centerpiece paired with a bolognese or seafood sauce
- Bulk pantry stocking for households that cook pasta multiple times per week (Pack of 2)
- Gourmet gift basket addition for housewarmings or holidays
- Recipe base for pasta salads, baked pasta dishes, or one-pot meals
- garlic butter noodles with crab and shrimp cream sauce
- dishes where sauce adherence is critical
At Rao's Homemade, we perfect our pasta sauce by using only whole-peeled, naturally sweet tomatoes grown in the Italian sun.
Every jar of Rao's Homemade tomato sauce is slow-cooked in small batches and crafted with high quality ingredients like basil, tomatoes, and garlic. Whatever you're making, you'll taste the love we put in.
Rao's Homemade Marinara Sauce is made from our traditional Italian-inspired recipe with the hope of always keeping your family around the table.
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Product Information
IMPORTED FROM ITALY: Our Rao's Homemade pastas are imported from Italy so you can have delicious Italian pasta right at your table. HOUSE-MILLED: We house-mill our semolina flour in the traditional way to ensure the perfect flavor and texture. DRIED SLOW & LOW: Our slow and low drying process maximizes the al dente texture and flavor. HOMEMADE AND VERSATILE: Make every day delicious with Rao's. Enjoy Rao’s Homemade Penne with any sauce you'd like or as a component in any of your delicious recipes. ITALIAN TRADITIONS: Our dried pastas use traditional bronze die cuts creating the perfect grooves to hold sauce. Try with any of our delicious Rao's Homemade Sauces!
Package Dimensions : 11.85 x 2.76 x 1.57 inches; 1 Pounds UPC : 747479100014 Manufacturer : Rao’s Specialty Foods Units : 1 Count Best Sellers Rank: #30,823 in Grocery & Gourmet Food
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rao's Linguine a good pasta for kids who love noodles?
Yes. Kids tend to love the mild, pleasant wheat flavor and the tender dough texture of authentic Italian linguine. Pair it with butter, olive oil, grated cheese, or Rao's Homemade Sauce, and you have an easy, kid-approved dinner that parents can feel good about.
Can I use this pasta for quick weeknight family dinners?
Absolutely. Rao's Linguine cooks up quickly and pairs well with simple sauces that kids already love, making it perfect for busy family meal time. The 2-pack is especially convenient for households that cook pasta multiple times a week.
Is the ingredient list safe and simple enough for a family kitchen?
Yes. Rao's Linguine is made from durum semolina flour with no artificial additives, using a traditional Italian recipe. It is a clean, simple pantry staple that parents can confidently serve to children and grandchildren.
Will picky eaters like the texture of this pasta?
Many kids prefer the tender, non-mushy texture of Rao's Linguine over slippery, mass-produced pasta. Cooking it to a true al dente gives a satisfying bite that holds up to sauce without turning gummy, even in picky-eater bowls.
Is the 2-pack a good value for families that eat pasta often?
Yes. The 2-pack offers better value for households that cook pasta multiple times a week and ensures you always have a box on hand for weeknight dinners. It is the most popular configuration for stocking a family pantry.
Is this pasta good for garlic butter noodles that kids enjoy?
Yes. Garlic butter noodles are a kid favorite, and Rao's Linguine handles butter, olive oil, and mild seasonings beautifully. The bronze cut surface helps the butter and garlic cling to every strand, making a simple dish more flavorful.
Can I use this pasta for kid-friendly pasta salads and baked pasta dishes?
Absolutely. Rao's Linguine works wonderfully in pasta salads with cherry tomatoes and mild cheese, in baked pasta casseroles, and in one-pot family meals. The bronze cut texture holds up well to mixing, baking, and reheating.
Is it safe for children with sensitive stomachs?
Dried pasta made from durum semolina is generally well tolerated, and Rao's Linguine contains only simple, traditional ingredients with no artificial additives. If your child has specific allergies or sensitivities, always review the ingredient label, but the short, clean list is reassuring for most families.
Does this pasta pair well with Rao's Homemade Sauce for a kid-approved dinner?
Yes. Pairing Rao's Linguine with Rao's Homemade Sauce is a classic, family-friendly combination. The bronze cut holds the sauce so well that even kids who usually push sauce around the plate get a flavorful bite in every forkful.
Can grandparents use this pasta for grandchildren's favorite meals?
Yes. Rao's Linguine is perfect for grandparents who want to cook something simple, traditional, and high quality for visiting grandchildren. A bowl of linguine with butter or olive oil, or with Rao's Sauce, is a familiar, comforting dish that bridges generations.
I'm worried my kids won't eat anything fancy. Will they actually like this pasta?
Yes. Linguine is a familiar long pasta shape that kids already recognize, and Rao's version has a mild, pleasant flavor that is not overpowering. The real upgrade is texture, which is firmer and more tender than typical supermarket pasta, an improvement most children enjoy without noticing.
Is this pasta a smart choice for a school-night dinner rotation?
Absolutely. A 2-pack of Rao's Linguine fits perfectly into a weekly dinner rotation, pairing with butter, cheese, marinara, olive oil, or Rao's Homemade Sauce. It is fast, family-friendly, and consistently delivers the al dente bite that makes pasta night feel like a small upgrade.
Can I pack leftovers in school or work lunches the next day?
Yes. Because Rao's Linguine is slow dried and bronze cut, it holds its texture well in the fridge, making it ideal for next-day pasta salads or reheated lunch portions. It does not turn into a mushy clump the way some mass-produced pastas do.
How do I cook Rao's Linguine to a perfect al dente texture?
Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a rolling boil, add the linguine, and stir immediately to prevent sticking. Cook for about 8 to 10 minutes, tasting a minute or two before the package time, until the pasta is tender but still has a firm bite at the center. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining, then toss with your sauce and a splash of the starchy water to help the sauce cling.
How much salt should I add to the pasta water?
Aim for water that tastes like the sea, roughly 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of salt per gallon of water. Properly salted water is one of the biggest flavor boosters for dried pasta and is the professional technique that makes Rao's Linguine taste even better.
Can I use Rao's Linguine in pasta salads and baked pasta dishes?
Yes. The bronze die cut and slow drying make Rao's Linguine an excellent base for pasta salads, baked ziti-style dishes, and one-pot meals. The rough surface holds dressing, cheese, and sauce beautifully, and the firm texture holds up to mixing, chilling, and reheating better than many mass-produced pastas.
Does Rao's Linguine work with Rao's Homemade Sauce?
It is an ideal pairing. The bronze cut grooves of Rao's Linguine are specifically designed to grab and hold sauce, so when you pair it with Rao's Homemade Sauce, every strand is coated in rich, slow-simmered flavor. It is the brand's recommended quick elevated weeknight dinner.
What sauces pair best with linguine specifically?
Linguine's long, flat shape is ideal for oil-based sauces, seafood sauces, garlic butter noodles, and lighter cream sauces. Classics like linguine with clams, shrimp scampi, lemon-butter-herb, garlic and olive oil, and Rao's Homemade Sauce all work beautifully on this shape.
What comes in the box when I order Rao's Linguine?
You will receive one 16-ounce package of Rao's Homemade Linguine Pasta, or a 2-pack containing two 16-ounce packages, depending on the configuration you select. The pasta is ready to cook, no additional preparation or setup needed beyond boiling salted water.
Is Rao's Linguine safe for people with common food allergies?
Traditional Italian pasta is typically made from durum semolina wheat and is not gluten free. Rao's Linguine is made from durum semolina flour, so it is not suitable for those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. It generally does not contain eggs, dairy, or nuts, but always check the package label for the most current allergen and ingredient information.
How should I store Rao's Linguine after opening?
Store the pasta in a cool, dry place in its original sealed box or transfer it to an airtight container. Properly stored, dried pasta stays fresh for one to two years. Keep it away from moisture, heat, and strong odors to preserve flavor and texture.
What is the difference between bronze die cut pasta and regular pasta?
Bronze die cut pasta is extruded through traditional bronze dies, which give the pasta a rough, textured, porous surface, exactly the opposite of the smooth, shiny finish on most mass-produced pasta. This rough texture grips sauce far better, delivers a more authentic al dente bite, and carries flavor more completely. Bronze die cutting is the hallmark of premium, traditional Italian pasta.
