Montebello · 56 g
Montebello Capellini Pasta
What it is
Capellini, also known as angel hair pasta, is a very thin, delicate strand of pasta. It is made from durum wheat semolina and water, forming long, fine threads. The thinness of the pasta allows it to cook very quickly, making it ideal for light sauces and quick meals. This particular package contains 56 grams of dried capellini.
How people cook with it
This pasta is perfect for dishes where you want the pasta to be a subtle complement to other flavors. Its delicate nature means it pairs well with lighter ingredients.
- Quick weeknight dinners
- Light seafood dishes
- Pasta salads
- Simple butter and herb preparations
To cook capellini, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and stir immediately to prevent sticking. Because it is so thin, capellini cooks very rapidly, often in just 2 to 4 minutes. It should be cooked until al dente, meaning it still has a slight bite. Drain the pasta carefully, reserving a little of the cooking water. Toss it immediately with your chosen sauce to ensure it doesn't clump together.
How it differs from similar foods
Compared to thicker pasta shapes like spaghetti or fettuccine, capellini is significantly thinner. This difference in thickness affects both cooking time and how it absorbs sauces. Thicker pastas can hold up to heartier, creamier sauces, while capellini's fine strands are best suited for lighter, oil-based, or broth-based sauces.
Who it is for
Home cooks looking for a fast-cooking pasta for elegant or simple meals will appreciate this product.
How to keep the rest
Store the dried capellini in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Once opened, ensure the package is sealed tightly to prevent moisture from entering, which could cause the pasta to clump or spoil. It is best kept in its original packaging.