There are so many types of pasta! Here’s a list of pasta shapes, from common to unique, and recipes for how to use each one of them.
Ahhh, pasta: arguably one of Italy’s best gifts to the world. Did you know there are about 350 types of pasta? These days more and more unique types of pasta are popping up at mainstream grocery stores. If you love to cook (like we do), you’ll want to experiment with all the noodles. But what are the right ways to prepare them? Which pastas work with chunky sauces, vs are thrown into soups or pasta salads?
Here are 18 of our favorite types of pasta, from everyday to unique. There’s the old favorites like spaghetti and lasagna, but lots of new ideas! There’s orecchiette, a tiny ear shaped pasta, or mafaldine, a long ribbon like pasta with curly edges. Here’s how to make each one of them into delicious recipes.
Cavatappi. Cavatappi is macaroni formed in a helical tube shape. Cavatappi is the Italian word for corkscrew.
This page is focused on a selection of the most popular short pasta shapes. I’ve also written about the best long pasta types so head there if you’re ready to learn about them.
In addition, short, forkable pastas are superstars matched with pasta recipes, especially chunky sauces that have bits of cheese, meat, beans and/or vegetables because they capture all the goodies. Of course, short pastas are the backbone of classic baked pasta dishes and mac and cheese.
Are you curious about the many types of pasta? It can get confusing to keep track of them all! This glossary breaks down the best short-cut pasta shapes from cavatappi to ziti, along with fun facts about where they originated in Italy and the best way to sauce them.
Welcome to the world of Italian pasta, a beloved food all over the world. What would we ever do without it?!
Short-cut pasta shapes are so versatile. For one thing, they are perfect for feeding kids and older people who might find it difficult to manuever longer noodles like spaghetti onto a fork and into their mouths.
What is it? A type of short cut pasta; the name comes from the Italian word for “twins”. While it looks like two twin pasta tubes, its really an s-shaped strand twisted into a spiral. It works with any preparation that penne does: tomato sauces, mac and cheese, and pasta salad. Even works in soup!
There are so many types of pasta! Here’s a list of pasta shapes, from common to unique, and recipes for how to use each one of them.
Ahhh, pasta: arguably one of Italy’s best gifts to the world. Did you know there are about 350 types of pasta? These days more and more unique types of pasta are popping up at mainstream grocery stores. If you love to cook (like we do), you’ll want to experiment with all the noodles. But what are the right ways to prepare them? Which pastas work with chunky sauces, vs are thrown into soups or pasta salads?
Here are 18 of our favorite types of pasta, from everyday to unique. There’s the old favorites like spaghetti and lasagna, but lots of new ideas! There’s orecchiette, a tiny ear shaped pasta, or mafaldine, a long ribbon like pasta with curly edges. Here’s how to make each one of them into delicious recipes.
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FAQ
What is the name corkscrew pasta?
Is rotini the same as corkscrew?
What are the spiral pasta called?
What is the pasta that has a twist?
What is a corkscrew shaped pasta?
With more ridges, twists, and turns than cavatappi or cellentani, fusilli is another short corkscrew-shaped pasta that’s worth cooking any night of the week. It’s one of the most versatile shapes of the bunch, its ridges catching bits of meat, vegetables, and sauce.
What to eat with corkscrew pasta?
Corkscrew Pasta Mac and Cheese: It’s a fun twist to the classic macaroni and cheese. Pesto Corkscrew: It’s a delicious Italian-inspired meal made with springy corkscrew pasta, creamy pesto sauce and freshly grated parmesan. Stir in mushrooms and diced tomatoes for an even heartier meal. Pasta Salad: This is a healthier way to enjoy corkscrew pasta.
Does Baked Mac and cheese have a corkscrew pasta?
Baked mac and cheese is the kind of comfort food that feels like a warm hug. Creamy cheese and chewy macaroni are the ultimate combo that’ll make you swoon. But what makes this recipe extra special is the corkscrew pasta. It’s a fun shape that doesn’t get mushy as they bake. WANT TO SAVE THIS RECIPE?
What is a fluted pasta?
It was created in the 20th century based on the shape of a radiator! Its ruffles of layers are the perfect match for a hearty marinara. This fluted pasta, also called campanelle, is shaped like a cone or a flower and looks beautiful in a pasta salad or with a veggie primavera.