A thin type of spaghetti with flattened edges, it is produced traditionally using custom-made bronze moulds and an extra-long drying process. 
 
Linguine is best served with a medium-thick sauce which will cling to the strands of the pasta.
 
For a quick supper toss linguine in single cream and stir in some smoked salmon or cooked prawns, plenty of fresh parsley and black pepper, a little lemon juice and top with fresh grated Parmesan to serve.