Question 1

Are there preservatives in Barilla Sauces?

Accepted Answer

Please refer to each individual product page and or product label.

Question 2

Do Barilla products contain GMO ingredients?

Accepted Answer

We have a company-wide policy of not using any raw materials in our products that contain genetically modified organisms. For more information please visit http://www.barillagroup.com/corporate/en/home/media/posizioni-aziendali/gmo.html.

Question 3

Does Barilla Pasta contain dairy products?

Accepted Answer

Barilla's durum wheat semolina pasta does not contain dairy or come in contact with dairy on the lines. Our Chicken Alfredo Microwaveable Meal, Three Cheese sauce as well as our filled Tortellini products do contain dairy as an ingredient.

Question 4

Does Barilla Pasta contain nuts, nut products, or soy products?

Accepted Answer

Barilla's durum wheat semolina pasta does not contain any nuts, nut products, or soy. The lines used to produce our pastas are not used to make any products containing nuts or soy.

Question 5

How is Barilla Tortellini different from other tortellini products?

Accepted Answer

Barilla's shelf-stable Tortellini is a perfect balance between a thin, delicate layer of pasta and a flavorful, authentic Italian filling. The pasta complements the filling and does not overpower it. Barilla Tortellini is not chewy or doughy, and does not break or fall apart during cooking.

Question 6

Is Barilla Sauce gluten free?

Accepted Answer

Please refer to each individual product page and or product label.

Question 7

What is durum wheat and why is it used to make Barilla pasta?

Accepted Answer

Durum wheat is a hard wheat that when milled properly produces high-quality semolina. It is high quality because semolina has proteins in it that contain elevated quantities of gluten. These attributes, along with the compact structure of semolina, allow Barilla Pasta to maintain its cooking consistency, delicious flavor, and al dente texture.

Question 8

What is the shelf life of Barilla Pasta?

Accepted Answer

The shelf life on our products vary. For the very best quality and taste, Barilla recommends using our pasta by the "best if used by" date found on our packaging.

Question 9

Which Barilla Sauce goes best with which Barilla Pasta shape?

Accepted Answer

Barilla's tomato-based sauces are "flexible" and diverse; they go very well with either long or short pasta shapes. For a detailed explanation, please click on the Barilla Pasta & Sauce Pairing

Question 10

Is Barilla a publicly held company?

Accepted Answer

Barilla is privately owned by the Barilla family. The fourth generation of the Barilla family is as committed to producing quality and innovative products today as its great-great grandfather was over 135 years ago.

Question 11

Where is Barilla Corporate Headquarters located?

Accepted Answer

Barilla Singapore corporate office is located at:

Barilla Singapore Pte Ltd
27 Kreta Ayer Rd,
Singapore 088994

Barilla's corporate office is located in Parma, Italy

Question 12

Myth 1: Pasta is unhealthy

Accepted Answer

Simple is the name of the game. Our pasta is made with just two ingredients, enriched durum wheat semolina and water, for great taste without added fat, sugar or preservatives. A cup of enriched pasta contains important nutrients including iron (necessary for red blood cell production) and B-vitamins (a group of nutrients required to convert carbohydrates into energy) such as thiamine, niacin, riboflavin, and folic acid. And that’s not all! Semolina pasta contains 3 grams of fiber per serving, while whole grain pasta provides 6 grams per serving.

Question 13

Myth 2: Cooking perfect pasta is difficult

Accepted Answer

With a few simple tips, cooking perfect pasta is a breeze! First, start with enough water – at least 1 litre of water for every 100g of pasta – and be sure to add a generous pinch of sea salt to enhance the pasta’s flavor. Skip adding oil to the cooking water – it doesn’t prevent pasta from sticking together. In fact, it actually prevents the sauce from clinging to the pasta.

Question 14

Myth 3: All pasta is created equal

Accepted Answer

As the world’s largest pasta producer and the #1 brand of pasta in Italy, we know not all kinds of pasta are interchangeable. Barilla uses only the highest quality non-GMO durum wheat for the best-tasting pasta in every box. Pasta shape matters, too! Each pasta shape offers different sensation and taste in our mouth and has its own perfect sauce to pair with.

Question 15

Myth 4: Pasta will give you a sugar crash

Accepted Answer

Occasionally people will lump nutritious grain foods like pasta with desserts and sweet treats, but not all refined grains are the same. Pasta contains no added fat or sugar, but provides protein, complex carbohydrates, and fiber, resulting in a low glycemic index. Foods with a low glycemic index provide a slower release of energy, meaning you won’t get that post-meal “crash.”

Question 16

Myth 5: Sauce should be served on top of the pasta

Accepted Answer

If your typical pasta presentation is a bowl of pasta with the sauce poured over the top, think again. Any Italian will tell you the key to a perfect pasta dish is a sauce-to-pasta ratio that allows the pasta itself to shine, with an even coating of sauce on every bite. Prepare your sauce first and keep it warm while the pasta cooks, then gently toss your cooked pasta in the sauce to evenly coat.

Question 17

Myth 6: Pasta needs to be rinsed

Accepted Answer

Boil. Drain. Rinse. Mix. Sound familiar? Then toss aside this pasta cooking routine. Since our Barilla pasta is crafted with high-quality durum wheat, it requires no rinsing. The natural starches released during the cooking process work as a natural binder that allows the sauce to perfectly adhere to the pasta. Less steps to a satisfying meal is no longer a myth.

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