Italian pasta brings together everyday cooking, regional traditions and the pleasure of sharing a good meal. From a quick plate of spaghetti al pomodoro to Sunday tagliatelle with ragù, its appeal lies in simple ingredients and thoughtful preparation. Each shape offers a different texture—and a different way to carry a sauce.
Dried pasta usually starts with durum wheat semolina and water, while many fresh pasta traditions use flour and eggs. Neither is inherently better: the right choice depends on the dish. Ridged rigatoni work well with chunky sauces, delicate egg ribbons suit rich ragù, and small shapes make a comforting addition to soups.
Italy’s regional specialties offer plenty of inspiration. Think of Ligurian trofie with pesto, Puglia’s orecchiette with turnip greens, or Roman bucatini all’amatriciana. These combinations show how pasta shapes, local ingredients and cooking traditions have developed together.
For your own kitchen, start with a few versatile shapes and experiment with sauces you enjoy. Check the package for ingredients, country of production and cooking guidance, then taste as the pasta cooks to find your preferred al dente texture. Below, browse Italian pasta options, from everyday pantry staples to regional shapes and egg pasta for a more leisurely meal.
Pasta imported from Italy
Barilla Orzo Pasta, 16 oz. Box - Non-GMO, Made with Durum Wheat Semolina - Kosher Certified
$0.09
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La Moderna Spaghetti Pasta 16 oz Pack of 1
$0.97
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chloes vegan italian kitchen 150 pizzas pastas pestos risottos and lots of
$0.99
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california pizza kitchen pasta salads soups and sides
$0.99
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Barilla Elbows Pasta, 16 oz. Box - Non-GMO, Made with Durum Wheat Semolina - Kosher Certified
$1.88
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Barilla Rotini Pasta, Non-GMO Kosher Pasta, 16oz.
$1.88
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Barilla Penne Pasta, Non-GMO Kosher Pasta, 16oz.
$1.88
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Barilla Farfalle Pasta, Non-GMO Kosher Pasta, 16oz.
$1.88
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365 by Whole Foods Market, Organic Penne Rigate, 16 Ounce
$2.38
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ravioli and lasagna with other baked and filled pastas
$2.51
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De Cecco Pasta, Egg Pappardelle, 8.8 Ounce
$3.00
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sauces and shapes pasta the italian way
$3.22
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on top of spaghetti macaroni linguine penne and pasta of every kind
$3.28
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De Cecco Acini Di Pepe No. 78 Pasta, 16 Oz, Authentic, Slow Dried, Made with Semolina and Durum Wheat, Versatile Pasta for Sauces & Recipes, Made in Italy
$3.39
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De Cecco Penne Rigate No. 41 Pasta, 16 Oz
$3.39
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clay techniques with a pasta machine
$4.00
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Portofino Cucina Mini List Pads
$4.49
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250 true italian pasta dishes easy and authentic recipes
$4.64
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Pack of 2 Spicy Italian Kettle-Cooked Pasta Sauce, 24 oz Jars Free Shipping.....
$5.51
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politics and pasta a memoir
$6.20
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(6 pack) Great Value Penne Pasta, 16 oz
$6.70
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Rainbow Pasta Putty
$6.99
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gluten free pasta more than 100 fast and flavorful recipes with low and no
$6.99
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Tortellini Ricotta & Spinach-Premium Artisanal Italian Egg Pasta, Non-GMO (1 lb)
$7.25
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Rummo Rigatoni Pasta N.50 - Rigatoni Pasta Noodles, Italian Tube Pasta, Bronze Cut Pasta, Dry Pasta, Durum Wheat Pasta - 12 Ounce (Pack of 1)
$7.95
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San Remo Italian Egg Pappardelle Pasta - Non-Gmo, Free Range Egg Traditional Pappardelle - 10 Oz (Pack Of 1) - Product Of Italy
$9.58
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Pasta di Gragnano IGP Organic Spaghettini – Authentic Italian 500g
$9.95
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Authentic Italian Rainbow Orecchiette Pasta, Bronze-Cut, Non-GMO 1.1 lb
$9.99
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vegan pasta cookbook deliciously indulgent plant based versions of italian
$10.97
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Momofuku Soy & Scallion Ramen Noodles by David Chang, 4 Pack of Restaurant Quality Instant Noodles Now with More Sauce & 10g of Protein
$10.99
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(3 pack) Chef Boyardee Spaghetti and Meatballs, Microwave Pasta, 4 Pack, 14.5 oz
$11.57
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Rustichella D' Abruzzo Penne Pasta - 17.5 Ounces
$11.99
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Le Veneziane Capellini- Gluten Free Pasta, 8.8 oz (2 Pack)
$11.99
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Anellini by Rustichella d'Abruzzo (17.6 ounce)
$11.99
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bianco pizza pasta and other food i like delicious italian recipes from chr
$12.02
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Rustichella D' Abruzzo Tagliatelle Egg Pasta 8.8 Oz.
$12.99
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Tricolor Three Cheese Tortellini Pasta 1 lb Made in Italy Non-GMO Stuffed Pasta
$14.99
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32 oz Spaghetti Pasta 6-Pack Italian Pasta Bulk Long Thin Noodles
$15.50
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Garofalo No.1-35 Pappardelle Semolina Pasta, 16 oz (Pack of 2)
$16.99
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Italy 2027 Wall Calendar
$16.99
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Kitchen Witch 2027 Wall Calendar
$16.99
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Garofalo Variety Pack 100% Organic 6 Pack - 1.1 Lb Each
$17.96
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Italy 2027 Wall Calendar
$17.99
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Glamour Chicks 2027 Wall Calendar
$17.99
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Pasta 2027 Wall Calendar
$21.99
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De Cecco Semolina Pasta, Bucatini No.15, 1 Pound (Pack of 5)
$23.41
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Pastificio Morelli Egg Tagliolini Pasta - Imported from Italy (pack of 2)
$25.99
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La Moderna Spaghetti Pasta 7 oz, Pack of 20
$27.60
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Morelli Italian Pasta Truffle Tagliolini Wheat Flour, Tagliolini Tartufo, 100% Handmade In Italy All Natural 8.8 Ounce / 250g (2 pack)
$27.99
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Morelli - Linguine Pasta with Red Chili, Made in Italy - 8.8oz (250g) - pack of 2
$29.99
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Rustichella d'Abruzzo Spaghetti (Pack of 3) 500g Each - Classic Italian Long Pasta with Superior Flavor & Texture - Perfect for Olive Oil Sauces, Cacio e...
$29.99
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Vintage Marcato Ampia 150 Pasta Machine - Made in Italy
$29.99
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Rustichella Bucatini, 17.5-Ounce Bags (Pack of 4)
$32.99
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Morelli - Pici di Toscana - Italian Dried Thick Pasta Nests from Tuscany 17.6oz (500g) - Pack of 2
$32.99
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best pasta sauces favorite regional italian recipes a cookbook
$33.22
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Papa Vince Clean Pasta Sensitive Stomach - made with wheat from Sicily, Italy | NON GMO | WHOLE GRAIN | NO ENRICHED | LOW ACID | AL DENTE Busiate macaroni...
$35.97
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Montebello Organic Imported Italian Pasta 3 Shape Variety Bundle: (1) Strozzapreti, (1) Farfalle, and (1) Penne Rigate, 16 Oz. Ea.
$39.98
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Eppicotispa Chitarra Pasta Cutter, Made in Italy, Beechwood 18/8 Stainless Steel
$39.87
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Marcato Atlas 150 Pasta Machine Made In Italy Includes Accessories
$40.00
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Pirro Trofie Pasta from Italy - 3 packs
$45.20
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Imperia 150 Manual Pasta Maker Machine SP150 Made in Italy NIB
$48.99
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Non-GMO Orzo Pasta 16oz - Kosher, Versatile Italian Pasta, 16-Pack Bulk
$55.79
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Vintage Marcato Atlas 150 Pasta Machine Made in Italy Noodle Maker Boxed
$59.99
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MARCATO Made in Italy Atlas 150 Classic Manual Pasta Maker Machine
$124.95
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MARCATO ATLAS MOTOR PASTA MAKER MADE IN ITALY New! With new Pappardelle Noodle
$175.00
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Made in Italy Pastadrive 110W Electric Pasta Machine, Chrome Steel. Compatibl...
$479.99
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Mantova Italian Organic Linguini Pasta - 100% Durum Semolina Organic Linguine - 16 Oz (Pack Of 10) - Product Of Italy
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Morelli Fioccchetti 6 Sapori - Italian Pasta 6 Flavor Bowties Naturally Flavored with Black Carrot, Beetroot, Spinach, Tumeric, and Red Chilli - 8.8oz (250g)...
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Santa Ninfa Cavatelli Molisani Italian Pasta, 1 Pound (Pack of 4), 64 Ounce
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Morelli - Arcobaleno Italian Pasta Wheat Germ Semolina Tagliatelle Multi Colored Durum Wheat Pasta 8.8oz (250g)
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Santa Ninfa Orecchiette Pugliesi Italian Pasta, 1 Pound (Pack of 4), 64 Ounce
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Barilla Spaghetti Pasta, 16 oz. Box - Non-GMO, Made with Durum Wheat Semolina - Kosher Certified
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Barilla Fettuccine Pasta, Non-GMO Kosher Pasta, 16oz.
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Barilla Mezzi Rigatoni Pasta, Non-GMO Kosher Pasta, 16oz.
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