Pastificio Inc, Highwood

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Italian

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122 Highwood Ave, Highwood, IL 60040-1547

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+1 847-432-5459

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Reminiscent of Medieval cuisine, this stuffed pasta hails from the Renaissance. We fill this pasta with fresh pumpkin, butternut squash, fresh lemon zest, fresh ricotta, herbs and Parmigiano-Reggiano. Heavenly when tossed in a delicate coating of melted sweet unsalted butter infused with fresh sage.

Tortelloni

Cheese lovers will truly savor this stuffed pasta. Our silky fresh pasta wraps around a filling blending fresh mascapone, dolcelatte gorgonzola, fresh ricotta, herbs and Parmigiano-Reggiano. Served with a simple sauce, this pasta is unforgettable.

Tortellini

From‎ Modena comes the tortellini – made with utmost patience and care. A special blend of meats, spices, and fresh eggs, wrapped in pasta. Also available in cheese only. Tortellini can be served as a pasta dish with Bolognese Meat Sauce, Pomarola Sauce, Cream Sauce, or for Tortellini Soup in our rich, homemade chicken broth.

Lasagna: Meat or Spinach Vegetable

Our traditional Bolognese recipe made with our distinct Bechamel sauce, exquisite pasta, special sauces, vegetables, and Parmigiano–Reggiano cheese makes up our delectable meat lasagna. The same ingredients, only using our Pomarola Sauce gives you our spinach vegetable lasagna.

Manicotti

A delicious favorite for either casual or elegant dinners. Creamy ricotta and spinach filling wrapped in the lightest of pasta and baked in our meat, cream, or Pomarola sauces.

Gnocchi

Our wonderful potato gnocchi makes any occasion special. Prepared with fresh potatoes, flour, and fresh eggs. Try them with any of our red sauces.

Eggplant Parmigiano

A‎ delicious blend of thin, lightly breaded eggplant, inter-layered with our wonderful Pomarola sauce, mozzarella, and fresh parmigiano cheese.

SAUCES‎

Bolognese Meat Sauce

Finest cuts of beef and veal, ground fresh, sautéed with onions, savory vegetables and tomatoes, and simmered for hours in the old world tradition.

Pomarola Sauce

Whole ripe tomatoes, fresh onions, extra virgin olive oil, and the finest herbs and spices simmered to perfection.

Salsa Di Funghi

Ripe tomatoes, onions, herbs, and fresh mushrooms.

Marco's Sauce (alla Puttanesca)

One of our pasta chefs, Marco, has created a special sauce for those red sauce lovers who like a bite to their pasta. Porcini mushrooms, diced prosciutto, red pepper, herbs, and fresh tomatoes make up this innovative addition to our menu.

Cream Sauce

Fresh cream, golden butter, and savory herbs and spices are blended and cooked to a velvety smoothness.

Low Fat Alfredo

Prepared with 2% milk, herbs, and parmigiano cheese.

Porcini Sauce

Imported porcini mushrooms, extra virgin olive oil, herbs, and white wine combine beautifully to create this savory sauce.

Garlic Parmigiano Butter Sauce

Golden sweet butter, fresh garlic, and the finest freshly grated parmigiano cheese blended together for a rich taste.

Salsa Alla Panna (seasonal)

Delicate white sauce combining fresh, sweet butter, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and cream. Brought to room temperature and tossed with one of our pastas, this sauce makes a heavenly plate.

Salsa Ai Quattro Formaggi (seasonal)

Our delicious creamy white sauce made with a combination of four imported Italian cheeses: Fontina, Bel Paese, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and Mascarpone Gorgonzola.

HOMEMADE SOUPS‎

Minestrone

Loaded with garden fresh vegetables, simmered in our broth, olive oil and spices. We've already added our delicious homemade fettuccine pasta.

Minestra di Fagioli

A‎ variety of beans simmered together for hours gives you the pleasure of enjoying this hearty soup. Toast some crusty Italian bread, rub it with fresh garlic and place it at the bottom of your soup bowl, then pour on the soup. Wonderful!

Lentil

A‎ hearty soup made with onions, garlic, celery, herbs, and lentils in a savory broth base.

Mushroom and Fedilini Soup

Fresh dried porcini mushrooms, diced celery, and sautéed diced chicken breast simmered in our rich chicken broth to which cappelli d'angelo pasta has been added.

Tomato Florentine

A delicious soup which begins with caramelized onions and celery. We then add vine-ripened tomatoes and sauteed fresh spinach to a rich broth base and finish it off with orzo pasta.

Tortellini

Our exquisite veal tortellini added to our heavenly chicken broth.

Chicken Noodle Soup

Our rich chicken broth loaded with the finest of cappelli d'angelo pasta.

Chicken Broth

Fresh cuts of chicken simmered with fresh vegetables and spices. Great with cappelli d'angelo or fettuccine. Fabulous with our tortellini.

MEAT SPECIALTIES‎

Vitello Parmigiano

Tender slices of veal pounded thin and breaded. Simmered in our special sauce and topped with parmigiano cheese.

Vitello Velluto

Thin‎ slices of veal prepared in a light red sauce and garnished with whole black pitted olives.

Vitello Pastificio

Medallions of veal dredged in flour, sautéed in extra virgin olive oil, and prepared in a light lemon caper sauce.

Vitello Boscaiolo

Medallions of veal which are lightly breaded, sautéed, and prepared in a white wine sauce made with imported, dried porcini mushrooms and fresh parsley.

Ruspante Alla Parmigiana

Filet of chicken breast, sliced thin, and prepared in the same manner as our Veal Parmigiano.

Ruspante Velluto

Filet‎ of chicken breast prepared in the same manner as our Vitello Velluto.

Ruspante Pastificio

Filet of chicken breast prepared in the same manner as our Vitello Pastificio.

Ruspante Boscaiolo

Filet of chicken breast prepared in the same manner as our Vitello Boscaiolo.

Pollo Alla Cacciatora

Tender‎ chicken pieces on the bone, simmered in our special blend of sauce. Garnished with sliced fresh vegetables which have been seasoned and roasted to perfection.

Stuffed Chicken Breast

Skinless, boneless chicken breasts stuffed with a variety of wonderful fillings for you to bake and serve.

ADDITIONAL TREATS‎

Garlic or Herb Bread

Fresh butter, garlic or herbs spread atop our French bread. Sliced and ready to place in the oven and enjoy.

Pizza

Available‎ with just cheese or with cheese and sausage. Our blend of cheese and homemade sausage make this simply delectable.

Pane Imbottito

Hollowed out French bread restuffed with a blend of diced Italian antipasto meats and cheeses. Slice this loaf into 18 slices and serve at room temperature.

Zuppa Inglese

Vanilla and chocolate custards interlayered with lady fingers dipped in liquor and then topped with whipped cream. Simply sinful!

Tiramisù

A blend of mascarpone, sugar, eggs, and lady fingers dipped in liquor and espresso coffee and topped with whipped cream and shaved chocolate.

Cannoli

Pastry shells filled with a blend of sweet ricotta, lemon, citron, chocolate chips, almonds, and vanilla. Available in large or mini sizes.

Frappe

Light pastry made with white wine, pulled paper thin and sprinkled with powdered sugar. Wonderful with fresh fruit or gelato.

Assorted Homemade Biscotti

Assorted Gelato and Sorbetto

Large selection of assorted hand-crafted gelato and sorbetto along with imported gelato desserts from Italy.

Appetizers

Ask‎ us about our variety of pre-dinner treats.

WINES‎

We offer a fine selection of Italian wines. The following are the typical red and white wines we offer for purchase in our store:

Baccanera

Barbera

Barolo

Brunello

Cabernet

Chianti

Chianti Classico

Dolcetto

Lambrusco

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brink9

Illinois

165106

Reviewed April 14, 2016

My go to take out

This is my go to place when I need dinners that are home made and healthy and I can keep them in the freezer for future. The make them in several sizes, including single service.

Date of visit: March 2016

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crosscountrytraveler

Seattle

20683

Reviewed February 22, 2014

Take out Italian

Could call it a "take and bake" The pasta was excellent but the spinach lasagne was pricey for what it was.

Date of visit: February 2014

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BarbaraLouise

2346

Reviewed November 4, 2012

The Best. Important to put on your radar.

I LOVE Pastaficio. The offering is Northern Italian. Everything is fresh, no preservatives and the highest quality ingredients are used. I discovered Pastaficio yeas ago. I am Italian and grew up with my Grandmother and Aunt making all of our meals. The idea of eating...More

Date of visit: October 2012

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With4kidsonthego

Always traveling

289

Reviewed May 29, 2012

Find it, frequent it, never forget it!

Again with the great finds during Highwood festivals! The pasta selections are amazing, fresh and delicious! The store is a small market of fresh, frozen and retail items. I don't have much to say other than go, eat and enjoy, I don't think you'll be...More

Date of visit: May 2012

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