Cooking Penne Pasta (Tubes)

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BEFORE COOKING:

We prepare a portion of pasta, keeping in mind that its volume doubles during cooking.

COOKING:

We add the penne pasta to boiling salted water (1 liter of water per 100g of pasta, 1 teaspoon of salt per 2 liters of water). Stir immediately to prevent the pasta from sticking to the sides of the pot. Depending on the manufacturer, the cooking time for penne ranges between 8 and 12 minutes. Check the package for the exact cooking time. Start timing once the water returns to a boil. Stir every 3–4 minutes. Do not cover the pot. Taste to check if the pasta is al dente – it should be tender yet firm.

AFTER COOKING:

Once the pasta is cooked, drain it quickly in a colander.

SERVING SUGGESTION:

Serve with your favorite sauce and drizzle olive oil to taste. Penne pasta goes well with sauces that may contain sizable pieces of various ingredients.

Enjoy your meal!