Pasta is what we at Barilla are enthusiastic about. We have been making pasta since 1877, after all. Barilla pasta is a family-run Italian food firm that is known for its superior quality and consistent "al dente" perfection. Our Large Shells are ideal for a vegan or vegetarian diet, free of peanuts, and made from the best durum wheat. We have certified that they are non-GMO. Large Shells, one of the more well-known pasta shapes for baking, got its name from the coastal cities of Genoa and Naples. Its shape is similar to a sea shell. Big Shells pair nicely with both robust meat- or tomato-based pasta sauces and vegetable-based sauces, maintaining their "al dente" quality.