Radiatori
The term "radiatori" in Italian directly translates to "radiators" in English. Interestingly, some pasta artisans claim to have drawn inspiration for the shape of radiatori from the radiator grill of a motor car.
Radiatori pasta is characterized by its short and chunky form, featuring ruffled edges that add both texture and visual appeal when served. The unique shape of radiatori maximizes the surface area of the pasta, allowing it to effectively absorb and capture sauce, especially those with finely chopped ingredients that can settle into the folds. Given its relatively recent invention, there aren't established traditional methods for cooking radiatori. However, it pairs excellently with any tomato-based sauce or pesto.