#pasta-cooking

#pasta-cooking

Adding vodka sauce to mac and cheese enhances creaminess and tomato flavor by releasing aroma compounds and emulsifying the sauce, best in baked from-scratch versions.

Bright, buttery orzo cooks in about 10 minutes, uses simple ingredients, and pairs well with chicken, fish, or vegetables.

Adding cooked zucchini and/or spinach elevates chicken Alfredo with nutrition, texture, and smoky char for a well-rounded, flavorful pasta.

Olive Garden omits salt from pasta water and serves softer-than-al-dente noodles, sacrificing flavor and texture to reduce costs.

Understanding the right serving size for pasta can enhance meal preparation and reduce food waste.