Definition

A type of pasta that is wide and flat, often served with rich sauces, especially meat sauces.

Example

We enjoyed a delicious dish of pappardelle with a hearty ragu.

Conversation

Have you ever tried pappardelle pasta before?

Yes, I love it! It's so delicious with a rich meat sauce.

I really want to make a dish with pappardelle this weekend.

That sounds great! You should find a good recipe.

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Root Explanation

Pappardelle comes from the Italian word 'pappardella', which is a diminutive form of 'pappa' (meaning food or mush). The suffix '-delle' indicates a type or form. Thus, pappardelle refers to a type of broad, flat pasta that is often served with rich sauces, resembling a hearty dish of food.

Memory Tip

Imagine a broad, flat pasta that feels like a comforting dish of 'food' ('pappa') — that's what pappardelle is all about.

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