tagAlt.Maltagliati Pasta with Fresh

Hand-Cut Maltagliati with Creamy Fresh Bean Sauce

Rustic, hand-shaped pasta with a velvety fresh bean sauce—easy, healthy, and rooted in Italian culinary heritage.
Add to favourites

    • ( Scored 5 on 1 reviews )

Michele:

Love the idea of connecting with Tuscany again through the use of amazing Tuscan beans and super easy handmade pasta. This is one of my faves since i...

read all reviews...

tagAlt.Maltagliati Pasta with Fresh

Hand-Cut Maltagliati with Creamy Fresh Bean Sauce is an inviting, rustic pasta recipe that masterfully pairs the ease of homemade pasta with the hearty flavor of fresh legumes. Steeped in Italian tradition, this dish is perfect for busy weekdays yet elegant enough for a special meal.

Its allure lies in its adaptability: the pasta dough can be prepared in advance, allowing you to simply roll, cut, and cook when hunger strikes. The recipe's flexibility means fresh beans are ideal, but dried beans (properly soaked) work beautifully—infusing extra nutrition and that authentic taste passed down through generations.

Historically, maltagliati (literally “badly cut”) were born from pasta scraps, embodying the Italian ethos of zero waste and culinary ingenuity. Today, their deliberately irregular shapes make them a playful, family-friendly treat that kids and adults adore. Each bite delivers comfort, nourishment, and a touch of Old World charm.

Ingredients

for 4 servings

Maltagliati Fresh Bean Sauce

  • Cannellini beans 300 grams
  • Water as needed
  • Extra-virgin olive oil as needed
  • Garlic Cloves 3
  • Sage (Leaves) as needed
  • Red Chili Flakes as needed

Homemade Maltagliati Dough with Fresh Bean Sauce

  • Semola flour 200 grams
  • All-purpose flour 150 grams
  • Egg 3
  • Rosemary (Branch) 1
  • Water as needed
  • Salt as needed

Try it with...

or show me more...

Preparation

for 4 servings

Step

1

Of 3

Craft the Dough for Maltagliati

Begin by combining semolina flour and all-purpose flour in a medium mixing bowl. Make a well in the center. If you prefer a traditional touch, heap the flours on a wooden board and shape a well in the middle. Into this, crack in the eggs, add a generous pinch of salt, finely chopped fresh rosemary, and a splash of quality extra-virgin olive oil or water. Gently whisk the eggs and liquids, gradually drawing in the flour from the sides with a fork. For a faster method, a stand mixer works well too.

Once the mixture forms a cohesive dough, knead until smooth and elastic. Shape into a rectangle, then roll out the dough, either with a rolling pin or pasta machine, to your preferred thickness. Traditional maltagliati are a bit rustic—experiment to find your favorite texture. Slice the dough into diamond or irregular shapes, scatter them over a floured tray, and refrigerate until ready to use. This step can be done several hours ahead, making mealtime stress-free.

Step

2

Of 3

Prepare the Creamy Bean Sauce

Fill a large stockpot with water and bring it to a boil. If available, use a high-walled ceramic pot for optimal heat distribution.

If using fresh beans, add them directly to the boiling water along with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, a few leaves of aromatic sage, and two peeled garlic cloves.

For dried beans, soak about 200 grams overnight in a bowl of water. Drain, then cook as you would fresh beans, adding the same aromatics.

Once the beans are tender, drain them. Transfer half to a bowl and use an immersion blender to create a silky purée—this will give your sauce a luscious, creamy texture and help it cling to the pasta.

In a large sauté pan, generously coat the bottom with extra-virgin olive oil, add a pinch of red chili flakes for subtle heat, and toss in a smashed garlic clove (peeled). Pour in the bean purée, warming it gently so the flavors meld and deepen. This forms the rich base of your sauce.

Step

3

Of 3

Cook, Combine, and Present the Dish

Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.

Add the hand-cut maltagliati and cook until they float to the surface and are al dente—tender but with a pleasant bite.

Drain the pasta thoroughly and immediately transfer it to the pan with the creamy bean sauce. Add the reserved whole beans and toss gently over low heat, allowing the flavors to mingle for a minute or two.

Scoop the pasta into shallow bowls. For an authentic finish, drizzle each serving with your best extra-virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano. Enjoy this soulful Italian meal, best shared with family or friends and perhaps a glass of crisp white wine for the true trattoria experience.

Try it with...

or show me more...

Filippo Bartolotta

Filippo Bartolotta

...Great Italian Goodies!

You may like

tagAlt.cantucci prato

Authentic Prato Almond Cantucci: A Tuscan Classic

30 minutes 9 ingredients 126 kCal

(2) Beginner
tagAlt.Anjou Pear Salad with Pecorino and Walnuts

Anjou Pear Salad Featuring Pecorino Romano and Toasted Walnuts

25 minutes 8 ingredients 560 kCal

(3) Beginner
tagAlt.Pizza with fresh tomatoes and buffalo scamorza cheese

Artisan Pizza with Smoked Scamorza, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Black Olives

75 minutes 8 ingredients 570 kCal

(1) Beginner
tagAlt.coccoli

Coccoli - Fried Pizza Dough

60 minutes 6 ingredients 390 kCal

(3) Intermediate

Reviews

Michele Wednesday 12th of August 2020

Comfort food all the way

Love the idea of connecting with Tuscany again through the use of amazing Tuscan beans and super easy handmade pasta. This is one of my faves since it's quick, easy and a hit with everyone!

all.sign in to leave a review
About us

A tight-knit team with a dream: to create a virtual meeting place between chefs, journalists and producers with Italian food and wine lovers around the world. Mamablip is a technological neighborhood cafe where a simple and intuitive language is spoken. It allows anyone to get in touch with the places of production and their interpreters and live real experiences made of scents, flavors and desire to learn. Mamablip brings producers, produce, chefs and experts directly to your home, offering authentic content that enhances sustainability and respect for the planet.