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Pasta Recipes
A box of pasta can turn into supper in minutes. Here are simple dishes with sauces, bakes, and soups for any night of the week.
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About Pasta
Pasta is a pantry hero. Spaghetti, penne, shells, and macaroni all cook in one pot of boiling water and match with many sauces. A little garlic, olive oil, tomatoes, or cheese is often all you need.
You will find tomato sauces, creamy dishes, baked pastas, cold pasta salads, and soups. Pasta cooks quickly and feeds a crowd, which sets it apart from slow cooked ingredients. Pick the shape that holds your sauce best.
Questions folks ask
What can I make with pasta?
You can make spaghetti with sauce, mac and cheese, baked ziti, pasta salad, and noodle soup. Add vegetables, beans, or meat to make it a full meal.
Should I rinse pasta after cooking?
Usually no, because the starch helps sauce stick. Rinse only for cold pasta salads.
How much pasta per person?
About 2 ounces dry pasta per person is a common serving for a side. Use about 3 to 4 ounces for a main dish.
Kitchen tips
- Salt the water well. It seasons the pasta from the inside.
- Save a cup of pasta water. It helps the sauce cling.
- Stir in the first minute so the pasta does not stick.
- Taste a minute before the package time to avoid soft pasta.
- For baked dishes, cook the pasta a little less since it keeps cooking in the oven.