8 Basic Pasta Shapes You Can Easily Make At Home

1. Fettuccine

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2. Tagliatelle

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3. Pappardelle

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4. Orecchiette

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5. Ravioli

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6. Fusilli

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7. Rotini

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8. Gnocchi

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