Snowy season arrived early this year with Barilla’s latest pasta shape.
For more than 145 years, Barilla has brought friends and families together to share plates full of its affordable pasta. Just in time for winter, the iconic Italian food company released a limited-edition shape destined to channel some winter joy with every bite.
Barilla Snowfall, the brand’s latest and most cheerful shape, is available at Walmart in stores and online for $1.76 while supplies last.
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All About Barilla’s Snowfall Pasta Shape
According to a survey Barilla conducted this year, 46% of Americans were on the lookout for fun shapes of pasta to try, with 54% reporting their interest in new shapes increasing depending on the season. And Barilla clearly understood the assignment; the new winterized product features snowflake-shaped pasta with a blank gift tag on the box (in case you need gifting inspo this holiday).
Before enjoying your big bowl of deliciously cheerful winter-themed pasta, admire three unique snowflake shapes included in every box: a traditional snowflake, a delicate poinsettia-inspired ridged cut, and one with a heart at the center (paying homage to Barilla’s heartwarming tagline of love).
Cooking with Barilla Snowfall
And the snowflake pasta is perfectly shaped in more ways than one—the cut of the seasonal pasta is great for picking up plenty of pasta sauce—yum! Cook for only eight minutes to achieve al dente status, and toss in your favorite sauce, veggies, or meats. On their website Barilla even offers Snowfall recipes to keep you toasty and full when the bitter cold sets in. Chicken pasta soup, chicken caprese pasta, and white cheddar macaroni and cheese are a few of the many recipes incorporating the frosty shape.
“Barilla has a long and proud history of bringing people together over shared meals, especially during the most wonderful time of the year,” said U.S. pasta category marketing director Angie Cotter. “It’s been magical watching Barilla Snowfall come to life, and we hope that it inspired moments of togetherness, helping to create new memories with loved ones.”
This isn’t the first time Barilla brought loved ones together over tasty limited-edition shapes. Fan-favorite Barilla Love is a heart-shaped pasta released around Valentine’s Day—and who knows what shapes may be in store for holidays to come.
Barilla Snowfall won’t be sticking around forever, and this pasta cut is the perfect base for many winter-inspired dishes.
