Farfalle Pasta Recipes

Farfalle pasta, often called bow-tie pasta, is a versatile grain-based ingredient known for its pinched center and ruffled edges. Its shape holds creamy sauces, light dressings, vegetables, and small bits of meat beautifully, making it a favorite for both warm pasta dishes and chilled pasta salads.

Use farfalle in recipes where texture matters: pesto pasta with cherry tomatoes, creamy chicken farfalle, Mediterranean pasta salad, baked pasta casseroles, or simple garlic-and-olive-oil dishes. The wide surface catches sauce while the folds add a satisfying bite.

For best results, cook farfalle until al dente and reserve a little pasta water before draining. That starchy water helps sauces cling to the pasta and keeps finished dishes glossy instead of dry.