Rigatoni: Larger than the Penne, this pasta allows for substantial bites, and the ridges help capture chunky bits of meat and sauce, enhancing every mouthful. Spaghetti: A classic choice for ...

That's why curly noodles such as rotini or cavatappi are often served with a chunky meat or vegetable sauce -- the bulkier ingredients have a place to nestle within the pasta's nooks. This can ...

Dried pasta has a firmer, denser texture when cooked and is suited to chunky, meaty or oily ... seafood or light vegetable sauces, while a sauce with chunks of meat is more likely to be served ...