The difference
Fusilli vs Gemelli
Fusilli is a true corkscrew, a single ribbon wound into an even spiral. Gemelli looks like two strands twisted together but is one S shaped rope folded and twisted on itself, which leaves a tighter seam and deeper grooves. Both catch a chunky sauce in their turns, and gemelli holds a little more of it in the crease where the strand doubles back.
Fusilli
- Family
- Shaped shorts
- Size
- 35 to 40 mm long
- Surface
- Smooth
- Cook
- 8 to 11 min
Wants: Pesto Genovese, Neapolitan ragu, Vodka sauce
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