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This Common Problem With Bowtie Pasta Might Convince You To Never Cook It Again By Kat Olvera Sept. 15, 2025 9:00 am EST

There are many, many good-to-know cooking tips regarding pasta, like how to choose better store-bought brands with only a visual test , or which shapes are ideal for which sauce. Another valuable tip: Avoid bowtie pasta. Unless, of course, undercooked or overcooked pasta is a part of your ideal dish. The trouble with bowtie pasta — or farfalle (Italian for "butterfly") — is that even though it's an adorable shape that's appealing to look at, it's also nearly impossible to cook to a level of satisfaction.

Whether made at home or manufactured, bowtie pasta is created by pinching together the center of the dough, and when cooked, this section is

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