Conchiglioni Rigati (large grooved shells), which originate from the Campania region, are now very popular all over Italy.
The unusual size and shell shape makes this pasta ideal for capturing sauces and so, is an unbeatable shape for preparing oven-baked, filled pasta dishes, with fish or meat sauces.
In addition to being baked in the oven and filled, this pasta can also be enjoyed with fresh condiments such as light, springtime sauces with mozzarella, tomato and fresh basil.
Available in 500g packs.
Tripoline, a long ribbon pasta with one wavy edge, are part of the long, curled, dried pasta family. This type of pasta may well have originated from the Campania region.
According to popular tradition, it was created in honour of king Victor Emmanuel II in Naples.
Its particular shape means that the curled part retains more sauce than the smooth part. One of the characteristics of all curled pasta is that, once cooked, the two surfaces have a different consistency.
Tripoline are excellent for preparing pasta dishes with meat ragùs. The recommended sauces should definitely include all those with strong, marked flavours, such as sauces prepared with game and offal.
Available in 500g packs.