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Bucatini:
A long shape, thicker than spaghetti, with a thin hole down the center. Use for Bucatini all 'amatriciana.
Region: Lazio
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Capellini:
Sometimes referred to as "Angel Hair". Pair with delicate, light sauces.
Region: Lombardi
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Chitarra:
Named after the guitar strings with which it was originally cut, this traditional shape is rectangular and thinner than spaghetti.
Region: Abruzzo
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Fettuccine:
Wider than linguine with a great surface for catching sauce. Serve with Alfredo.
Region: Lazio
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Linguine:
Meaning "little tongues," this cut has a long, flat surface. Ideal for pairing with light or seafood sauces.
Region: Liguria
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Pappardelle Rigate:
A new long cut that is mainly found in Tuscany, Pappardelle Rigate is wide and ridged and is perfect with a hearty ragu.
Region: Tuscany
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Perciatelli:
Long, hollow pasta larger than but similar to Bucatini.
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Spaghetti:
From the Italian word "spago" meaning string, this is the standard in Neopolitan kitchens.
Region: Campania
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Spaghetti Lunghi:
Four times as long as regular spaghetti. Delicious with a simple tomato sauce.
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Spaghetti Nero di Seppia:
This delicious squid ink spaghetti is perfect for serving with seafood dishes, including scallops, and other shellfish.
Region: Sardegna
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Spaghettini:
Thinner than spaghetti. Pair with delicate sauces.
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Spinach Spaghetti:
Spaghetti made with spinach. Versatile and delicious. Try with sauteed vegetables or tomato sauce.
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