How to Cook Pasta
Learn how to cook pasta perfectly every time with these easy tips and tricks. Whether you are making spaghetti, fettuccini, or pasta salad, discover the best cooking times, water-to-pasta ratios, and seasoning recommendations for delicious results!
Ingredients
- 1 pound pasta of your choice
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Put 4-6 quarts of water in a large saucepan or stockpot. Add salt to the water. Bring your water to a boil. Make sure you see large, contant bubbles.
- Add the dry pasta and set a timer according to the directions on the package.
- When the pasta is done, drain. Read more about saving pasta water here.
- Read more about cooking pasta for pasta salad here.