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Harmons Campanelle Pasta
What it is
Campanelle pasta is a type of dried pasta shaped like a small bell or flower. It features a ruffled edge and a hollow center, which is excellent for capturing sauces. This pasta is made from durum wheat semolina and water, a common base for many dried pasta varieties. Its unique shape makes it visually appealing in dishes.
How people cook with it
Campanelle pasta is versatile and works well in a variety of hot and cold dishes. Its structure makes it particularly good at holding onto thicker, richer sauces.
- With creamy sauces
- In pasta salads
- With chunky vegetable sauces
- As a side dish
To prepare campanelle pasta, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook according to package directions until al dente, which means it should be tender but still have a slight bite. Drain the pasta well, reserving some of the cooking water. Toss immediately with your chosen sauce, adding a little reserved pasta water if needed to help the sauce coat the noodles evenly. It is best served hot.
How it differs from similar foods
Campanelle's distinctive ruffled edge and trumpet shape differ from smoother pasta shapes like penne or farfalle. This texture and shape help it cling to sauces more effectively than flatter or cylindrical pasta, providing a more satisfying bite and flavor distribution in every mouthful.
Who it is for
Home cooks looking for a visually interesting pasta shape that holds sauce well will appreciate campanelle.
How to keep the rest
After opening, store any leftover dry campanelle pasta in an airtight container or its original packaging in a cool, dry place. Ensure it is sealed to prevent moisture absorption and keep it fresh for future use. Properly stored, it will maintain its quality for a long time.