Pasta | Vegan Vegetarian

Bowtie Pasta

N/A (Processed Food) Allergens: Wheat
Bowtie Pasta

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae (for durum wheat)
  • Primary Cuisine Italian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Durum Wheat Semolina

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Definition

A type of Italian pasta shaped like a bow tie or butterfly, known as farfalle, used in various dishes from salads to sauces.

Sensory Profile

TasteMild, Starchy
TextureChewy, Smooth (when cooked)
AromaSubtle, Grainy
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 56g dry (2 oz)
Calories357 kcal
Total Fat1.5 g
Saturated Fat0.3 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein12.5 g
Total Carbohydrate70.6 g
Dietary Fiber3.2 g
Total Sugars2.5 g
Calcium21 mg
Iron1.5 mg
Potassium206 mg

Chef’s Secret

Always salt your pasta water generously – it's your only chance to season the pasta itself. Aim for ocean salinity.

Substitutions

Best Match

Penne Pasta

1:1

Similar cooking time and sauce-holding capability, good for most recipes.

Fusilli Pasta

1:1

Spiral shape also great for catching sauces, good for texture variation.

Rotini Pasta

1:1

Similar to fusilli, offers good texture and sauce adhesion.

Egg Noodles

1:1

Softer texture and richer flavor, suitable for some specific dishes.

Buying Guide

Choose quality pasta made from 100% durum wheat semolina for best texture. Check for firmness and even color.

Flavor Pairings

Pesto tomato sauce cream sauces vegetables chicken beef cheese

Recipes Using Bowtie Pasta

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Ravioli Tortellini Copycat Ravioli Tortellini Weeknight

Best Creamy Marsala Wine Sauce Over Mushroom Ravioli

Indulge in this decadent copycat recipe of the Macaroni Grill's famous mushroom ravioli! Our creamy Marsala wine sauce perfectly complements the savory portobello mushroom-stuffed ravioli. This easy 20-minute recipe is sure to impress your family and friends with its rich flavors and elegant presentation.

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