Gentile Mezzi Paccheri delivers the generous diameter of classic paccheri in a shorter, compact tube that excels at capturing substantial sauces. Crafted in Gragnano, Campania, by Pastificio Gentile, whose history dates to 1876, this Pasta di Gragnano carries the protected IGP designation, connecting its production directly to the town’s celebrated pasta-making tradition. Gentile uses bronze dies to develop a textured surface and follows its traditional Metodo Cirillo for gentle drying. The wide openings of Mezzi Paccheri allow pieces of sausage, vegetables, seafood, tomato, and cheese to settle naturally inside, while the shorter length makes them easy to combine with chunky ingredients. Pair them with seafood and cherry tomatoes, sausage and smoked provola, eggplant, mushrooms, or rich ragù. Their sturdy structure and dramatic proportions make them equally appealing for family meals and impressive entertaining.