World Pasta Day: 10 most popular Italian pasta dishes

Published by: Priyanka Deshpande

Versatile and comforting, pasta's global appeal is undeniable. From Italy's rich traditions to Asian-inspired stir-fries, it's a universal favorite.

On World Pasta Day, take a look at 10 most popular Italian pasta dishes according to TasteAtlas.

Pasta Alla Norma

A Sicilian masterpiece, the dish is named after an opera, and combines tender eggplant, savory tomato sauce, and creamy ricotta.

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Cacio e pepe

An Italian classic, the dish creates culinary magic with just cheese, pepper, and pasta.

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Amatriciana

A Roman delight, the dish celebrates the flavors of guanciale, tomatoes, and Pecorino cheese.

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Tortelli

These stuffed treasures embrace diverse fillings like ricotta, spinach, or butternut squash and offer an explosion of flavor in every bite.

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Spaghetti alle vongole

A Neapolitan gem, this dish is cooked with pasta, fresh clams, garlic, white wine, and a hint of chili.

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Lasagne alla Bolognese

A masterpiece from Bologna, this dish layers tender pasta with rich meat sauce and creamy béchamel – a perfect combination of comfort and sophistication on a plate.

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Tortellini

Tiny pasta parcels are packed with delightful fillings like cheese, meat, or spinach.

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Ravioli

These delicate pasta pockets are filled with traditional ricotta and spinach, hearty mushrooms, to modern twists like lobsters.

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Pasta Carbonara

A Roman classic, the dish is made with pancetta, egg, Pecorino cheese, and black pepper.

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Tagliatelle al ragu alla Bolognese

Rich in flavours, this dish is made with ribbon-like pasta and a slow-cooked meat sauce.

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