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Identify Italian Pasta Shapes

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From 'little worms' to 'butterflies,' test your knowledge of classic Italian pasta shapes and their names.

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  • 01Meaning 'butterflies' in Italian, this pasta is easily recognized by its distinctive bow-tie shape.
  • 02This spiral-shaped pasta is excellent at holding sauces. Its name is derived from the Italian word for 'rifles.'
  • 03This tube-shaped pasta has its ends cut at an angle, resembling the nib of a quill pen.
  • 04Known as 'little tongues,' this pasta is elliptical in section rather than round, like a flattened spaghetti.
  • 05Meaning 'little ears' in Italian, this small, concave pasta shape is typical of the Puglia region.
  • 06These are very wide, flat pasta sheets, traditionally layered with sauce and cheese to make a classic baked dish.
  • 07These small, rice-shaped pasta pieces are often used in soups and salads. The name means 'barley' in Italian.
  • 08This pasta consists of small, ring-shaped pieces, often stuffed with meat or cheese. Its name is said to be inspired by Venus's navel.
  • 09A long, thick, spaghetti-like noodle with a hole running through the center. The name comes from the Italian word for 'hole.'
  • 10These are large, hollow tubes of pasta, often stuffed with cheese or meat and baked. The name means 'large reeds.'
  • 11This pasta is shaped like a wide, flat noodle, wider than fettuccine, and is famously served with a rich meat sauce (ragù).
  • 12This pasta's name means 'little worms' in Italian. It's a long, thin, solid, cylindrical noodle, often slightly thicker than angel hair.

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