Medium Shells

("MEE-DEE-UH M SHELS")

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Barilla Medium Pasta Shells
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With a shape that resembles a seashell, it is easy to see how the locals in the seaside communities of Naples and Genoa got their inspiration in the creation of Medium Shells, or Mezzo Conchiglie. Its graceful, concave shape is covered in ridges.

Barilla® Medium Shells is made with non-GMO ingredients. For more information, please read our position.

Perfect for ...

Medium Shells are used widely in American-inspired pasta salads, and in the American favorite macaroni & cheese. Traditional Italian usage might include dairy-based sauces, tomato-based sauces, pasta salads, and meat sauces.

About

Semolina
Cooks in 8 - 9 minutes

Pack Size(s)

  • 16 oz. (8 x servings)

Benefits

Great source of energy
Low Glycemic Index, keeping you fuller, longer
Enriched with Iron and B Vitamins
Made with Non-GMO Ingredients

Suitable For

Vegetarian
Fish Free
Lactose Free
Peanut Free
Shell Fish Free
Tree Nut Free
Soy Free
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Ingredients & Nutrition

Please always refer to the product label for the most accurate nutrition, ingredient, and allergen information.

Cooking & Measuring

Measuring your pasta

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Our Chef’s tip

Add a generous pinch of sea salt to the cooking water to enhance the pasta’s flavor.

Avoid adding oil to the water as it prevents sauce from clinging to the pasta.

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COOKING YOUR PASTA

1

Bring 4 - 6 quarts of water to a rolling boil, add salt to taste.

2

Add contents of package to boiling water. Stir gently.

3

Return to a boil. For authentic "al dente" pasta, boil uncovered, stirring occasionally for 8 minutes. For more tender pasta, boil an additional 1 minute.

4

Remove from heat. Drain well.

5

Serve immediately with your favorite Barilla sauce.

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