What is it?

Campanelle (which is Italian for “little bell”) is a bell-shaped pasta with fluted, petal-like edges and a hollow center for capturing sauce.

Don’t have it?

You can substitute any other sturdy pasta shape, preferably one with ridges or a hollow center which will catch sauce in a similar way.

How to prep:

As with all pasta, boil campanelle in well-salted water until tender.

Recipes

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  Corn, Bacon, and Egg Pasta

  Soft-boiled egg yolks become part of the sauce for this summery riff on pasta carbonara.

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  Pasta with Shrimp, Shallots, and Cherry Tomatoes in Madeira Sauce

  Capers add a briny exclamation point to this creamy pasta dish, while fried shallot rings lend a crisp element. Feel free to substitute any short pasta for the campanelle.

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  Pasta with Lamb Ragù

  The broth for this ragù is infused with dark spics like star anise and peppercorns. Though subtle, they give the meaty ragù an intriguing undertone.

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  Campanelle with Butternut Squash and Herbed Breadcrumbs

  Sweet butternut squash and aromatic sage are a classic fall combination. Add some sautéed leeks, cream, and pasta, and you get an amazing dinner.

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  Creamy Macaroni & Cheese with Lobster

  Mascarpone, fresh lobster meat, and thyme turn the humble mac and cheese into one luxurious meal. Feeling inspired? Create a recipe with your favorite pasta, cheeses, spices, herbs, meats, and…

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  Baked Campanelle with Goat Cheese and Broccoli

  Tangy fresh goat cheese and tender broccoli florets add interesting flavor and texture to an otherwise traditional baked macaroni and cheese. Feeling inspired? Create a recipe with your favorite pasta,…

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  Pasta with Pumpkin, Sausage, and Cavolo Nero

  This hearty fall dish is a wonderful way to incorporate fresh pumpkin into a simple but thoroughly satisfying midweek meal. Video Recipe: Watch a step-by-step video of the Pasta with Pumpkin,…

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  Campanelle with Broccoli Raab, Sausage & Olives

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  Summer Pasta Salad with Pesto Vinaigrette

  This fresh-tasting pasta salad is a summer twist on the traditional Ligurian dish of pasta with pesto and green beans. Cherry tomatoes add a burst of bright color and sweetness.

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  Campanelle with Sausage & Leeks

  Plan ahead on pasta night. Before you start, consider the texture of the sauce and the shape of the pasta for a match made in heaven. In this pasta-with-the-works, the…