Ingredient substitution guide
Best substitutes for ziti pasta
Best swap for ziti pasta: Penne pasta, 1:1; ridged exterior, same tube shape and cook time.
How we checked this: these swaps come from the substitution list Well Stockd uses to match recipes, and their ratios follow ordinary kitchen practice rather than one published chart. For exact amounts on many common swaps, see the NDSU and Colorado State University extension tables listed below. Editorial policy
What can I use instead of Ziti Pasta?
The best swap for Ziti Pasta is Penne Pasta, 1:1; ridged exterior, same tube shape and cook time. Another option is Rigatoni Pasta, 1:1; larger tubes, same baked-pasta applications. The table below also lists Mostaccioli Pasta, 3 swaps in all.
| Swap | Ratio and notes |
|---|---|
| Penne pasta | 1:1; ridged exterior, same tube shape and cook time |
| Rigatoni pasta | 1:1; larger tubes, same baked-pasta applications |
| Mostaccioli pasta | same tube cut, smooth exterior; regional name |
Source and limits
These swaps come from the substitution list Well Stockd uses to match recipes to your kitchen, last updated . We remove swaps known to be unsafe, but not every swap has been tested in a kitchen, and a swap is cooking guidance, not an allergen or nutrition equivalent. Check labels and what the recipe needs before substituting.
The ratios and usage notes follow ordinary kitchen practice rather than a single published chart. These two university extension tables list exact amounts for many common swaps:
- Ingredient Substitutions (FN198), NDSU Extension (opens in a new tab)
- Ingredient Substitutions (9.329), Colorado State University Extension (opens in a new tab)
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