Farfalle is a type of pasta. Commonly known as "bow-tie pasta," the name is derived from the Italian word farfalla (butterfly). The "e" at the end of the word is the Italian feminine plural ending, making the meaning of the word "butterflies."Farfalle dates back to the 1500s. It originated in Lombardia and Emilia-Romagna in Northern Italy.
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Butterfly (also bow-tie) shaped pasta. Farfalle brighten any meal with their interesting shape. Thick enough for any sauce, or make into a salad or soup.