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The variety of pasta types seems nearly endless. It's incredible how a single food can come in so many shapes and forms. Pasta is one of the most versatile staples in any pantry — just boil water, add some pasta, and dress it up with a sauce and perhaps a bit of protein.

Despite its reliability, we often stick to the same pasta shapes repeatedly. Think of this as an invitation to explore new "pastabilities." Different pasta types are suited for various sauces and dishes, from hearty meals to lighter fare. Here's a guide to 27 different types of pasta, including their best uses and recipe ideas:

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    1. Angel Hair Pasta
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    • Delicate, thin strands perfect for light or creamy sauces. Avoid using with chunky sauces.

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  2. 2. Bow Tie Pasta (Farfalle)
    • Long, hollow tubes that work well in casseroles, stir-fries, or with fresh tomato sauce.

  3. 3. Bucatini Pasta
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    Long, hollow tubes that work well in casseroles, stir-fries, or with fresh tomato sauce.

  5. 4. Ditalini Pasta
    • [caption id="attachment_5493" align="aligncenter" width="300"]3000919161_afef0e6b53_w by Janneal Gifford.https://www.flickr.com/photos/18547358@N05/3000919161[/caption]

      Short, smooth tubes great for soups, pasta salads, and
      chunky sauces.

  6. 5. Egg Noodles
    • [caption id="attachment_5494" align="aligncenter" width="300"] by Alpha, https://www.flickr.com/photos/avlxyz/4371946103[/caption]

      Hearty and flat, perfect for soups, stews, and cream sauces.

  7. 6. Fettuccine Pasta
    • [caption id="attachment_5495" align="aligncenter" width="300"]Debbie Tingzon by Debbie Tingzon,https://www.flickr.com/photos/ilove9and23/14934020698[/caption]

      Long, narrow ribbons of egg pasta, typically served with cream sauces like Fettuccine Alfredo. Can substitute for linguine or spaghetti.

  8. 7. Fusilli Pasta
    • [caption id="attachment_5496" align="aligncenter" width="300"]su-lin by su-lin,https://www.flickr.com/photos/su-lin/363932734[/caption]

      Thick, spiral-shaped pasta that holds onto thick sauces well and adds an interesting twist to salads.

  9. 8. Gemelli Pasta
    • [caption id="attachment_5497" align="aligncenter" width="300"]Like_the_Grand_Canyon by Like_the_Grand_Canyon,https://www.flickr.com/photos/like_the_grand_canyon/3698069101[/caption]

      Short, spiral pasta versatile enough for hearty sauces, baked dishes, or lighter vegetable preparations.

  10. 9. Gnocchi
    • image-from-rawpixel-id-3304074-jpegChewy potato dumplings ideal for rich sauces or light tomato-based and herb sauces.

  11. 10. Lasagna
    • [caption id="attachment_5499" align="aligncenter" width="300"]Olive Garden by Olive Garden,https://www.flickr.com/photos/62438482@N07/5684794885[/caption]

      Wide noodles used in the eponymous baked dish, available in flat or curly-edged varieties.

  12. 11. Linguine
    • [caption id="attachment_5500" align="aligncenter" width="300"]Katherine Lim by Katherine Lim,https://www.flickr.com/photos/ultrakml/16506080100[/caption]

      Long, flat noodles slightly thicker than spaghetti, traditionally paired with clam sauce but versatile enough for any spaghetti dish.

  13. 12. Macaroni
    • [caption id="attachment_5501" align="aligncenter" width="300"]shamaasa by shamaasa,https://www.flickr.com/photos/67003333@N02/8517018491[/caption]

      Small tubes excellent for creamy casseroles like macaroni and cheese or in pasta salads, as the sauce fills the tubes for flavor in every bite.

  14. 13. Manicotti
  15. [caption id="attachment_5502" align="aligncenter" width="300"]jeffreyw by jeffreyw,https://www.flickr.com/photos/jeffreyww/4122951176[/caption]
    • Large tubes usually filled with cheese or meat and baked. Available with smooth or ridged surfaces.

  16. 14. Orecchiette Pasta
    • [caption id="attachment_5503" align="aligncenter" width="300"]Tom Ipri by Tom Ipri,https://www.flickr.com/photos/tomspix/6059302647[/caption]

      Small, bowl-shaped pasta that works well with vegetables and oil, catching bits of meat and veggies in its tiny indentations.

  17. 15. Orzo Pasta
    • [caption id="attachment_5504" align="aligncenter" width="300"]Herman Saksono by Herman Saksono,https://www.flickr.com/photos/hermansaksono/9626759844[/caption]

      Tiny, rice-shaped pasta ideal for adding heartiness to soups and salads.

  18. 16. Penne Pasta
    • [caption id="attachment_5505" align="aligncenter" width="300"]Sébastien Cevey by Sébastien Cevey,https://www.flickr.com/photos/theefer/3832168370[/caption]

      Tube-shaped pasta cut diagonally, great for chunky sauces as the sauce and ingredients slide into the tubes. Similar to the smooth mostaccioli or Penne Lisce.

  19. 17. Radiatore Pasta
    • [caption id="attachment_5506" align="aligncenter" width="300"]morguix1 by morguix1,https://www.flickr.com/photos/58521988@N07/8894273494[/caption]

      Short, ruffled pasta resembling radiators, perfect for hearty sauces or pasta salads with vegetables.

  20. 18. Ravioli
    • [caption id="attachment_5507" align="aligncenter" width="300"]jamieanne by jamieanne,https://www.flickr.com/photos/jamieanne/5587774639[/caption]

      Stuffed pasta pillows filled with cheese, meat, or vegetables, suitable with sauces, in soups, or simply drizzled with olive oil.

  21. 19 . Rigatoni Pasta
    • [caption id="attachment_5508" align="aligncenter" width="300"]Mark H. Anbinder by Mark H. Anbinder,https://www.flickr.com/photos/mhaithaca/5501558474[/caption]

      Short, grooved tubes that work well in a variety of dishes, from sauces to salads and baked casseroles.

  22. 20. Rotelle Pasta
    • [caption id="attachment_5509" align="aligncenter" width="300"]pexels-rdne-8963458 b RDNE Stock project,https://www.pexels.com/photo/colorful-pasta-noodles-8963458/[/caption]

      Shaped like wagon wheels, these small, round pastas are playful for kids and add a fun touch to dishes like goulash or mac and cheese.

  23. 21. Rotini Pasta
    • [caption id="attachment_5510" align="aligncenter" width="300"]5136930063_0181db488b_w by mad mags,https://www.flickr.com/photos/smiteme/5136930063[/caption]

      Spiral-shaped pasta that clings to vegetables in pasta salads and adds a twist to any dish.

  24. 22. Shells
    • [caption id="attachment_5511" align="aligncenter" width="300"]types of pasta noodles delicious by jeffreyw,https://www.flickr.com/photos/jeffreyww/7463617348[/caption]

      Available in various sizes, from large stuffed with cheese to small used in soups and stews. Also known as conchiglie or cavatelli.

  25. 23. Spaghetti Pasta
    • [caption id="attachment_5512" align="aligncenter" width="300"]5778155266_02af169cf9_w by Alex Ranaldi,https://www.flickr.com/photos/alexranaldi/5778155266[/caption]

      Classic long, thin tubes that hold up well in hearty sauces but are also perfect with lighter options like olive oil and garlic.

  26. 24. Tagliatelle Pasta
    • [caption id="attachment_5513" align="aligncenter" width="300"]Stijn Nieuwendijk by Stijn Nieuwendijk,https://www.flickr.com/photos/stijnnieuwendijk/12387567743[/caption] Stuffed ring-shaped pasta, which can be enjoyed with sauce, in soups, or simply drizzled with olive oil. Sometimes colored with ingredients like beets or tomatoes.
  27. 25. Tortellini
    • [caption id="attachment_5514" align="aligncenter" width="300"]2427984132_90d8386204_w by paPisc,https://www.flickr.com/photos/papisc/2427984132[/caption]

      Stuffed ring-shaped pasta, which can be enjoyed with sauce, in soups, or simply drizzled with olive oil. Sometimes colored with ingredients like beets or tomatoes.

  28. 26. Vermicelli Pasta
    • [caption id="attachment_5515" align="aligncenter" width="300"]pointnshoot by pointnshoot,https://www.flickr.com/photos/pointnshoot/1043912629[/caption]

      Thin strands of pasta, slightly thicker than angel hair but thinner than spaghetti, versatile for various dishes.

  29. 27. Ziti
    1. [caption id="attachment_5517" align="aligncenter" width="300"]8327967613_410f686efd_w by Anne G,https://www.flickr.com/photos/dolescum/8327967613[/caption]

      Slender, tube-shaped pasta that stands up well to hearty sauces and is excellent for baked pasta dishes.

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