Description
Conchiglie pairs beautifully with tomato, cream, cheese, meat, and vegetable sauces. Larger shells are also ideal for stuffing with fillings such as ricotta, spinach, and cheese, while smaller shells work wonderfully in everyday pasta dishes and salads.
Tips for eating or cooking
Choose the right size: Use larger conchiglie shells for stuffing with delicious fillings such as cheese and spinach. Smaller shells are ideal for quick pasta dishes with tomato, cream, or vegetable sauces.
Under-cook for baking: If you plan to bake the shells in a casserole or al forno dish, cook them a couple of minutes less than the recommended time. This helps prevent the pasta from becoming too soft during baking.
Save the pasta water: Reserve some of the starchy cooking water before draining. Add a splash to thick cheese or tomato sauces to help them coat the curved shell shapes and create a smooth, flavorful finish.