What the shelf life of these?

USDA claims unopened dry pasta shelf life is 2 years, while opened dry pasta is 1 year. It can go well past 2 years, but if it smells funny then toss it! Additionally freezing or refrigeration does not extend shelf life.

Why did barilla discontinue selling large shells.why my question it's not being answered i'm curious why large shell got discontinued.

Well, I'm not sure, but it could be because they weren't selling enough to warrant making them. Or maybe they will replace it with something else. I'm just guessing, might try contacting Barilla and ask them.

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🍝 Elevate your pasta game—because ordinary just won’t do!

VERSATILE SHELL SHAPE - Large shell design captures sauces and fillings beautifully, making every bite a flavor-packed experience.
HERITAGE YOU CAN TASTE - From a family-owned Italian brand since 1877, delivering authentic quality that millennials crave for their culinary creations.
GENEROUS 12 PACK SUPPLY - Never run out—stock your pantry with 12 boxes of large shells pasta, perfect for meal prepping or entertaining.
CLEAN TRUSTED INGREDIENTS - Non-GMO and kosher certified, so you can serve with confidence and share with everyone at the table.
AL DENTE PERFECTION EVERY TIME - Crafted from premium durum wheat semolina, ensuring that ideal firm bite that elevates every dish.

Barilla Large Shells Pasta comes in a convenient 12-pack of 16 oz boxes, made from 100% durum wheat semolina for perfect al dente texture in 14-15 minutes. Non-GMO and kosher certified, this pasta combines authentic Italian heritage with versatile large shell shapes designed to hold sauces and fillings, ideal for sophisticated, flavorful meals.

Reviews

P**R

Satisfied

29.07.2024

D**E

Best entree size shell......

I can't find the large shell anymore in the stores, although I do not know why. Glad to find them here on Amazon. These are a nice size shell for an entree dish with a sauce of your choice. The are not the size for stuffing like manicotti nor small enough for a salad (like macaroni).

15.03.2018

J**E

Great product

Love them

26.07.2025

B**.

Look for them at the store. Hard to ship without breaking.

Good, but came quite broken up in the box.

16.04.2023

M**E

Perfectly sized shells!

I was so happy to find these on Amazon. I had been looking for a larger shell and couldn't find anything locally. For some reason, Barilla Large Shells aren't carried in Colorado. My favorite pasta is American Beauty's Sea Shells, but those aren't carried here either. Barilla's Large Shells aren't as big but they are a good substitute.

23.04.2018

J**A

SHELLS ARE MEDIUM

Shells are the same size as the Medium shells. I had to order bulk for nothing. Don't make the same mistake as me

10.01.2025

S**Z

you'll find them great for lasagna casseroles

12 Boxes for those of you that have been asking ... The large shells aren't available in our small town, so we stock up from Amazon. If you're a pasta nut, you'll find them great for lasagna casseroles, pasta salads, chicken and noodles, and even Mac & Cheese ... I like Barilla pastas best and will pay a bit more for them. They don't get gummy and are much easier to cook to al dente.

6.09.2017

A**R

Good

13.07.2023

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