Because of its shape, spaghetti pairs well with light and thin sauces that will cling to the pasta.
Once you know how to cook it, the options are endless.
If desired, add salt to the water for seasoning.
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Bring the water to a rolling boil.
Test near the end of cooking time by giving it a taste.
Toss noodles with your favorite sauce (our classicspaghetti saucerecipe is a winner!)
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Pasta continues to cook after draining, so serve it immediately.
Spaghetti Shopping and Storage
When it comes to buying dried spaghetti, the selections are numerous.
Whole wheat and multigrain spaghetti offer more fiber than the traditional semolina variety.
Vegetable pastas, such as spinach or beet, add colorful options.
Store dried spaghetti in the package or a covered containerin a cool, dry placefor up to one year.
For more creative ways to make spaghetti try our top-ratedInside-Out Spaghetti Pie.
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Take yourspaghetti noodlesfor a less traditional saucy spin with ourBacon and Egg SpaghettiorMac and Cheese Spaghetti.
These make excellent choices for kids (and adults) who arent big fans of tomato sauces.
