Mafaldine belongs to the long and curly dry pasta family and is characterised by the shape of a ribbon curled on both longitudinal sides. It is a fairly versatile format, so the recommended seasonings for De Cecco Mafaldine are: Neapolitan ragù (meat sauce with ricotta cheese), game sauces, seafood-based fish sauces or "white" sauces (without tomato) prepared with soft cheeses and the addition of curry, saffron, horseradish or ginger.