Still a few to go (useless at these) and appreciate the help.
Variety of pasta (8) 2nd letter is 'A' and 4th is 'A'
Atypical, usually goof (11) 3rd letter is 'C'
Amusing, drawing (7) 3rd letter is 'R' and last is 'O'
Area, band (4) last letter is 'E'