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“Al dente” translates to “to the tooth,” meaning the pasta should be cooked until it's still slightly firm when bitten. For dry pasta, start tasting around 8 minutes, and for fresh pasta, just 1–5 minutes.
No, don’t rinse your pasta unless it's for a cold pasta salad. Rinsing removes the starch that helps sauces cling, dilutes flavor from the salted cooking water, and can ruin texture. The pasta is best drained but unrinsed, then immediately tossed with warm sauce.
The starchy, salted water released during cooking is like liquid gold; it adds flavor and thickens sauces, helping them adhere to the pasta for that silky, restaurant-quality finish.
Use a large pot, around 4 quarts of water per pound of pasta, to allow noodles to cook evenly and prevent sticking. Salt it so the water tastes like the sea; most of the salt drains off, leaving flavorful pasta.
Yes, slightly undercook the pasta (just before al dente), drain, toss with oil to prevent sticking, then refrigerate. When ready, reheat by dropping into boiling water for a minute or reheating in sauce or microwave.
For lighter, nutrient-rich meals, pair pasta with high-fiber vegetables like broccoli, tomatoes, and mushrooms, along with lean protein such as chicken or beans. Season with fresh herbs and limit cheese, or opt for broth- or vegetable-based sauces for a healthier twist.
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