How To Cook Pasta

cooking pasta

Bring a large pan of water to the boil. Plenty of water is required to cook pasta to stop it sticking together. boil.
Add 1 tablespoon of salt.
Once the water reaches a rolling boil add the pasta, stirring occasionally to stop it sticking together.
Cooking time depends on the type of pasta you are using & the quantity. The packet should give instructions on how long to cook for. Pasta should be al dente (which means firm to the tooth).
Once the pasta is cooked, drain immediately. Don't rinse in water, this is not necessary. It washes the starch off the pasta, which means the pasta sauce won't stick to it.
Serve immediately with your chosen pasta sauce.

Also see:

Gorgonzola pasta

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