Dry pasta cooking time depends on the size and shape ... Refer to the cooking instructions on the box and taste the pasta ...

Being that every noodle becomes plumper as it boils, absorbing water through the cooking process, it's hard to eyeball an ...

When it comes to drying pasta, manufacturers can ... to combine the pasta with the sauce before serving, drain it a few minutes early so it can finish cooking in the sauce. Once you drain off ...

Add the pasta and cook until al dente, timing it so it's done just before you start cooking the ... the pasta lightly but evenly; if it seems dry, stir in more pasta water or cream.