National Pasta Month is celebrated in the United States during the month of October. This observance is a time to celebrate one of the world's favourite foods—pasta!

Pasta is incredibly versatile, and it's enjoyed in a wide variety of dishes, from Italian classics to fusion creations. During National Pasta Month, people often take the opportunity to explore different pasta shapes, sauces, and recipes. As you celebrate National Pasta Month 2023, we at LatestLY, have brought together seven pasta varieties with their names and shapes that you can explore and enjoy during this month. From Ravioli to Rotini, 7 Kinds of Pasta You Must Try.

Spaghetti

Spaghetti is one of the most famous and widely recognized pasta shapes. It is long and thin, often served with a variety of sauces, including marinara, carbonara, and Alfredo. Easy Spaghetti Recipes: Indian Style Spaghetti to Spaghetti Bolognese, These Dishes Will Satiate Your Cravings.

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Farfalle

Farfalle, also known as bowtie pasta, has a distinctive butterfly or bowtie shape. It's great for holding thicker sauces, such as creamy or cheesy preparations.

Farfalle (Photo Credits: Pexels and Wikimedia Commons)

Penne

Penne is a cylindrical pasta with diagonal cuts at the ends, creating a quill-like appearance. It works well with both chunky and smooth sauces and is a versatile choice for various pasta dishes.

Penne (Photo Credits: Pexels)

Rigatoni

Rigatoni is a larger, ridged pasta with a wide tube shape. The ridges help trap sauces, making it ideal for hearty meat or cheese-based sauces.

Rigatoni (Photo Credits: Pexels and Flickr)

Fusilli

Fusilli is a spiral-shaped pasta that comes in various sizes. The corkscrew-like shape holds sauces well, making it a favourite for pasta salads and dishes with chunky sauces.

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Orecchiette

Orecchiette means "little ears" in Italian, and the pasta resembles small, concave discs. It's often used in traditional Italian dishes like Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage.

Orecchiette (Photo Credits: Wallpaper Flare and PxHere)

Orzo

Orzo is a small, rice-shaped pasta that resembles grains of barley. It's versatile and can be used in soups, salads, or pilaf-style dishes.

Orzo (Photo Credits: Wikimedia Commons and Pexels)

These pasta shapes are just a starting point, and there are countless other varieties to discover and enjoy. Whether you're cooking a classic Italian recipe or experimenting with a new culinary creation, exploring different pasta shapes can add excitement to your National Pasta Month celebrations.

Wishing everyone a Happy National Pasta Month 2023!

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Oct 01, 2023 01:53 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).