Penne - This popular tube-shaped pasta is extremely versatile. Try it all'arrabbiata—a delicious, spicy sauce made from tomatoes, garlic, chili peppers, and olive oil.
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Fettuccine - This pasta works great with beef or chicken ragù. Fettuccine Alfredo (or fettuccine al burro) with butter and cheese is also a popular dish.
Rigatoni - This type of pasta goes well with meat-rich sauces. Rigatoni works great with sausages and meatballs.
Rotelle - The little wheels are the perfect addition to a fresh salad. Add onions, peppers, cucumbers, and other veggies, and toss it with a nice extra-virgin olive oil.
Pastina - These small pieces of pasta are a nice addition to soup. Though you can also mix it with egg and cheese.
Pappardelle - This traditional egg-based flat noodle goes well with hearty ragù sauces, meats, and mushrooms.
Ditalini - These little thimbles work amazingly with soups. Try it in a thick minestrone soup.
Conchiglie - Shaped like little shells, they're perfect to trap the sauce flavor in their center. Try them with tomato, cream, or cheese-base sauces.
Mafaldine - This type of ribbon-shaped pasta goes well with shrimps, vegetables, and a light sauce.
Angel Hair - This thin pasta goes well with light sauces, or simply tossed with olive oil.