Rustichella d'Abruzzo PastaYoung

Rustichella d'Abruzzo PastaYoung is a protein pasta line made by Rustichella d'Abruzzo. It has two types. High Protein – spaghetti, penne rigate, fusilli, tubetti and Pastariso – lists isolated soy protein, durum wheat semolina, gluten and wheat fibre; the company states 55 g protein and 25 g carbohydrates per 100 g and a cooking time of 8–10 minutes. Balance – tagliatelle, tagliolini and maccheroni – is made from durum wheat semolina, wheat fibre, soy protein, psyllium, egg white protein, gluten and guar; according to the company it has only 20% carbohydrates and cooks in 10–12 minutes.

This is not classic dry durum wheat pasta but a specialist product for people who want more protein and fewer carbohydrates in their diet. The products contain gluten and soy, and the Balance range also egg white. The pasta is served with the same sauces as ordinary pasta.