Perfect Pasta

Ciao! 
                                                                                                                                                 
  We all love Pasta! Fettucine, Linguine, Ravioli…

Some say pasta was invented by the Chinese and brought to Italy by Marco Polo. However, the rest of us say it is ‘Italy’s gift to the world’. 

A staple in almost every home, pasta is served at least twice a week in a variety of ways. From spicy meat sauce or stuffed with seafood, to stirring up a treat with tasty veggies; this simple, yet satisfying food is perfect for lunch or dinner!

 What I love about pasta is the variety of taste, colour and texture. Some are long and skinny, others are short and thick (we are still talking about Pasta here). But the best thing is that it is so quick and easy to prepare.

·         Here are a few tips to get you started:

• Cover the pot when you bring water to a boil. This helps to lower the air pressure directly over the water, making it
  easier to boil.
• Never mix pasta types in one pot. They all have different cooking times.
• Watch the cooking process carefully. Pasta can overcook very quickly.
• If the pasta is to be used in a casserole, undercook it slightly. It will finish cooking to perfection while in the oven or skillet.

Note…perfect pasta should have a firm chewy texture. Try adding a nice cheese like a zesty cheddar or mozzarella to make it even more delectable and finish it with a glass of Chardonnay  
 
 Cheers,
 Trudy