Rigatoni are one of the most commonly used pasta in Southern and Central Italy. Its exact origin is unknown. Rigatoni, a wide, ridged, tube-shaped pasta, have holes large enough to capture pieces of meat or vegetables in sauces. They have ridges which allow them to hold more sauce. Rigatoni are ideal for meat or vegetable sauces and are also perfect for baked dishes made with sauce and cheese. A popular dish is Rigatoni alla Fiorentina, in which Rigatoni are accompanied with a meat sauce from Florence