Pasta types and sauce

This guide explains the differences between types of pasta sauce, especially how traditional Italian and modern American versions vary.

With a selection of several hundred pasta shapes and an array of pasta sauces, it can often be overwhelming to find the perfect match. Fortunately, we've created a concise guide to help you match your sauce with the ideal pasta shape.

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From the classic marinara to authentic Italian favorites like cacio e pepe, we break down a number of the most popular and delicious pasta sauces out there.

Some nights, there’s nothing better than boiling some noodles and making pasta for dinner (optional side: vino!). A simple, classic dinner. But there are so many types of pasta. So let’s learn about the most common.