The difference

Conchiglie vs Lumache

Both are cupped shells for holding sauce, but conchiglie is a ridged seashell open along one side, and lumache is a curled snail shape with a single opening. The shell cups, the snail traps. Either one is built for a thick sauce that needs somewhere to sit.

Gouache illustration of Conchiglie

Conchiglie

Family: Shaped shorts
Size: not yet measured
Surface: Ridged
Cook: 10 to 13 min

Wants: Ragu, Tomato sauce, Cheese sauce

Gouache illustration of Lumache

Lumache

Family: Shaped shorts
Size: not yet measured
Surface: Ridged
Cook: 12 to 13 min

Wants: Ragu, Chunky vegetable sauce, Cheese sauce

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