Preparation, uses, and tips
Add pasta a little at a time to boiling water. To prevent pasta from sticking to the bottom
of the pan, stir gently until the water returns to a rapid boil. Cooking time varies depending
on the type of pasta. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking. As a general rule, use
light sauces for delicate pastas, such as capellini or angel hair, and chunky, richer sauces
for sturdy pastas, such as fuselli and linguini.
Buying and storing tips
Look for dried flavored pasta in the pasta or bulk section of natural food, grocery, and
specialty markets. Look for fresh flavored pasta in the refrigerated foods section. Store
dried flavored pasta, unopened, in a cool, dry cupboard for six to eight months. Store fresh
flavored pasta in the refrigerator and use within a day or two.
Varieties
Flavored pasta comes in several shapes and sizes, including macaroni, spaghetti, farfalle
(bow-ties), rotelle (corkscrews), conchiglie (shells), linguini (broad, flat noodles), and
others. Flavored pasta is also available fresh.
Nutrition Highlights
Flavored pasta (dry, purchased), 2 oz. (60g)
Calories: 75
Protein: 2.9g
Carbohydrate: 14.2g
Total Fat: 0.6g
Fiber: 0.0g