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Rummo Pasta Spaghetti #3
Pasta & Pasta Sauce
📊 NOVA 3🥛 Dairy-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Rummo Pasta Spaghetti #3

Rummo
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
210
Calories
8g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
9
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Rummo Pasta Spaghetti #3 is a 16 oz box of imported Italian spaghetti that sits in the pasta aisle alongside other dried pastas, typically near imported and artisanal brands and one or two premium jarred sauces. Shoppers find it in a section that straddles everyday staples and specialty items — not the bargain bulk bins but the mid- to upper-tier shelf. It suits weeknight dinners, meal-prep Sunday batches of pasta for the week, or a cozy movie-night pasta-and-sauce ritual. Rummo positions itself as heritage-driven and craft-focused: Bronze-die extrusion, the "Lenta Lavorazione" (slow processing) callout, and the story of three horses lend a romantic, artisanal aura aimed at home cooks who value traditional technique and ingredient provenance. Marketing leans premium and authentic rather than kid-focused; there are no cartoon mascots or overt health claims beyond “enriched.” Label characteristics include “enriched” vitamins and an Italian origin/production certification (Bureau Veritas) that create a mild health halo and trust signal, but there is no organic certification or natural/organic claim. Processing context: plain-language note — this is a dried, processed pasta made from durum wheat semolina with added vitamins and minerals. Sensory details: the bronze-die surface promises a rougher strand that holds sauce, a firm al dente bite when cooked correctly, and a dry, slightly coarse texture before cooking. Packaging is a boxed paper carton (often with a window) designed for pantry stacking. The eating ritual is simple: boil, drain, toss with sauce and olive oil, finishing with cheese and herbs — a comforting, slightly upscale pantry staple in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0 cup
Servings per Container: 8
Calories210
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate41g15%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Protein8g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Durum, Wheat, Semolina,, Niacin,, Iron,, Thiamine,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from durum wheat semolina with added vitamins/minerals and sold as a dried enriched product, it is a processed staple (NOVA 3) rather than an ultra-processed formulation with multiple industrial additives.

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Common Questions about Rummo Pasta Spaghetti #3

Well, that depends on how you define 'healthy!' Rummo Spaghetti #3 is made from durum wheat semolina, which gives it a nice boost of protein (8g per serving) and it’s low in sugars. It’s a great option for a balanced meal when paired with veggies or a homemade sauce, but like anything, moderation is key!

Perfect For

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weekend-brunch
movie-night

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