The short answer: they are the same pasta in two shapes. Pick macaroni for lunch boxes and small children, penne for dinner. If you cannot decide, the Try-Me Duo has one of each.
Try-Me Duo: 1 Penne + 1 Macaroni, ₹349
What is the same
| Macaroni | Penne | |
|---|---|---|
| Whole wheat flour | 50% | 50% |
| Foxtail millet flour | 40% | 40% |
| Maida | None | None |
| Seasoning mix in the pack | Yes | Yes |
| Boiling time | 8 minutes | 8 minutes |
| Price for one pack | ₹199 | ₹199 |
What is different
| Macaroni (elbow) | Penne | |
|---|---|---|
| Shape | Small curved tubes | Short straight tubes |
| Eaten with | A spoon | A fork |
| Suits | Lunch boxes, younger children | Dinner plates, older children and adults |
| With vegetables | Finely chopped ones: carrot, sweet corn | Bigger pieces: capsicum, onion, beans |
Which one for which meal
- School lunch box: macaroni. The pieces are small and easy to eat with a spoon. See millet pasta for the kids' lunch box.
- Dinner for the family: penne. It looks like a full plate and takes bigger vegetables.
- With only the seasoning mix: either one. See masala pasta in 10 minutes.
- With white, red or pink sauce: either one. See the white sauce, red sauce and pink sauce recipes.
Which pack has which shape
| Pack | Macaroni | Penne | Price | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Try-Me Duo | 1 | 1 | ₹349 | ₹79 |
| Macaroni Box (buy 3, get 1 free) | 4 | 0 | ₹597 | Free |
| Family Box | 3 | 3 | ₹999 | Free |
| Pantry Box | 4 | 4 | ₹1,299 | Free |
Single packs of Macaroni or Penne are ₹199 each, plus delivery.
Questions people ask
Do macaroni and penne taste different?
They are made from the same ingredients and come with the same seasoning mix. The difference is the shape.
Is there a penne-only box?
Not at the moment. The Family Box and Pantry Box are half penne, and single penne packs can be ordered one at a time.
Which one do children prefer?
Smaller children usually find macaroni easier to eat. The Try-Me Duo lets them try both.
Is either one gluten-free?
No. Both contain whole wheat flour. The full list is on the ingredients and nutrition label page.
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