Macaroni

An extruded hollow pasta made from semolina flour and water. Unlike other types of pasta, macaroni does not contain eggs as an ingredient. Although most shapes are tubes, there are different types such as shells, twists, and even ribbons. Common examples of macaroni include ziti, rigatoni, mostaccioli, and penne.

All of these types of macaroni are now widely available in whole wheat for a more nutritious pasta option.

Substitute For Macaroni

• If you don't have one shape macaroni, you can easily substitute another shape. Some shapes help the sauce adhere to the pasta better than others. For example, ridged penne (penne rigate) will hold the sauce better than the smooth penne.
• OR - Substitute another pasta like spaghetti or linguine. Most pastas are made from the same ingredients, so the flavor is virtually the same. Just make sure it is appropriate for the sauce you'll be using.