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The ultimate guide to pasta shapes
One of the tiniest kinds of pasta you’ll find at the supermarket is ancini de pepe. This itty bitty pastina gets its name from the Italian word for peppercorns, though this pasta is even tinier. Much ...
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Why every Italian region has different pasta shapes — and the actual reason it’s not random
Italy has approximately 350+ documented pasta shapes — substantially more variety than any other ...
When I first packed my bags and moved to Florence, Italy, five years ago, I came as a culinary student ready to learn just about everything in Italian cuisine, from tiramisu to tortellini. However, it ...
When it comes to choosing a favorite pasta shape, it's a bit like choosing a favorite child, according to the Italian chefs we spoke with. "My love for pasta runs deep. I could never pick a 'worst' ...
Uncommon pasta shapes are starting to reach more U.S. grocery shelves as major brands and retailers expand their assortments beyond traditional cuts, giving shoppers more variety without changing how ...
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