Gemelli Pasta Recipes

Gemelli pasta is a short, twisted pasta shape made from two strands spiraled together, giving it a chewy texture and plenty of ridges for holding sauce. Its sturdy shape makes it especially useful in recipes with chunky vegetables, creamy sauces, pesto, and hearty proteins.

Use gemelli in weeknight pasta dinners, baked pasta casseroles, cold pasta salads, and one-pot meals. It works well when you want a pasta shape that stays firm, catches flavorful bits of sauce, and looks appealing on the plate.

Because gemelli holds up well after cooking, it is a smart choice for make-ahead recipes, meal prep bowls, and picnic-style salads with vinaigrette, herbs, cheese, and roasted vegetables.