We know you’ve had penne, spaghetti, and macaroni. But have you ever had orecchiette? If the answer is yes, you know that they make any pasta dish so much more fun to eat. In this recipe, the “little ears” from southern Italy are coated in pesto and tossed with sweet Italian pork sausage pieces and tender broccoli florets. And for the finishing touch... molto parmigiano!

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From German spaetzle and Polish ravioli to Greek orzo and Italian spaghetti, chances are good that wherever you go in this world, you’ll find a unique pasta dish that celebrates the local flavors and ingredients of the region you’re in. Considering that pasta is one of the most universal and accessible foods out there, this doesn’t come as a surprise. The descendants of ancient Asian noodles, pasta is typically associated with Italian food, and therefore often combined with flavorful Mediterranean ingredients like tomatoes, mushrooms, seafood, pesto, and herbs. However, once you click through our recipe collection, you’ll see that there’s more than one way to enjoy your favorite type of pasta. See for yourself and discover delicious spaghetti, ravioli, and penne pasta recipes that hit all the right notes every single time.