How to Cook Pasta

Learn How to Cook Pasta perfectly. Follow my step-by-step tutorial to cook spaghetti, noodles or any type easily and serve with sauce or as a pasta salad!

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Prep Time: 3 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 18 mins

Servings: servings

Calories: 210kcal

Author: Yumna Jawad

Ingredients

▢ 1 pound pasta dried
▢ 6 quarts water
▢ 3 tablespoons salt

Instructions

Fill a pot with six quarts water, bring to a boil.
Add the salt, followed by the dried pasta.
Stir until the water returns to a boil.

With a Sauce or Cooling For Later

Cook for one minute less than the packaged instructions.
Strain and cool briefly, but do not rinse. Toss in olive oil.
When ready to use, add to warm sauce and finish cooking or chill.

With a Cold Salad

Cook according to packaged instructions
Strain and cool briefly, but do not rinse. Toss in olive oil.
Place in refrigerator covered.

Notes

Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last up to 5 days in the fridge.

Nutritional Data: Please note that the nutrition label provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. It will vary based on the specific ingredients you use.

Photo Credit: Erin Jensen

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