Product Code

41149

Shelf Life

24 months

Pack Size

10kg

Thickness

1.00mm-1.20mm

Length

40mm-44mm

Cooking Time

9 minutes

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The Shape

Our large elbow mac is a versatile shape that resembles standard macaroni but as the name suggests, on a larger scale! It is a tubular pasta that has a smooth, curved, and slightly flattened shape that looks very similar to a snail shell. Perfect in ready meals and pasta salads to provide interest and bite!

Nutritional Data

Energy: 1529kJ/360kcal
Fat: 2.0g
of which saturates: 0.6g
Carbohydrates: 69.3g
of which sugars: 3.6g
Fibre: 3.4g
Protein: 12.9g

Suitable For

Vegetarian
Vegan
Lactose Intolerants
Nut Allergy Sufferers
Kosher Certified
Halal Certified

More Info

The slightly pinched ends help trap sauce in the main part of the shell, making a full flavoured bite.

Texture & Cooking

This shape is typically boiled in salted water until it is al dente, which means it still retains a slight firmness.

Sauce Pairings

Larger elbow mac works well with a wide range of sauces, including:

Creamy sauces: The hollow centre allows it to hold creamy sauces like Alfredo or cheese-based sauces, creating a satisfying and rich pasta dish.
Tomato-based sauces: Larger elbow mac, works really well with tomato-based sauces with vegetables, meat, or seafood, ensuring a satisfying sauce-to-pasta ratio.