Sedani Ripieni alla Pratese

Sedani Ripieni alla Pratese is a baked pasta dish originating from Prato, in Tuscany, featuring large, tubular sedani pasta stuffed with a savory filling. The dish, showcased by the Prato venue Baghino through their *Sentieri Golosi* project, exemplifies the region’s tradition of transforming simple ingredients into hearty comfort food. Key ingredients typically include a filling of ricotta cheese, spinach, and often ground meat or prosciutto, bound with egg and Parmesan. The stuffed tubes are arranged in a baking dish, coated with a moderate layer of tomato sauce or a light béchamel, and baked until bubbly and golden. What distinguishes a great version is the balance of textures: the pasta must remain al dente after baking, the filling moist but not soggy, and the sauce just enough to coat without overwhelming the individual sedani. Regional variations may appear in the choice of filling—some versions swap spinach for chard or add mushrooms, while the sauce can lean heavier on ragù in neighboring Florentine preparations. In Prato itself, the dish reflects local preferences for robust, unfussy flavors, often made as a Sunday family meal. Baghino’s rendition, as documented on *Sentieri Golosi*, honors this heritage by sourcing high-quality local dairy and aged Pecorino, ensuring the final bake is both rustic and refined.