How to Make Spaghetti
Fill a medium sized pot with cold water., Carefully place the spaghetti into the boiling water, making sure the spaghetti is completely covered with water., Cook for 7-15 minutes, depending on your preference, the type of pasta and package...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Fill a medium sized pot with cold water.
Place it on the stove on high heat.
Bring to a boil. -
Step 2: Carefully place the spaghetti into the boiling water
You may need to break the spaghetti in half.
Bring water back to the boil, stirring the pasta lightly to keep it from sticking and reduce the heat so it doesn't boil over. , Spaghetti should be soft in the center but not mushy when finished.
Test a strand of pasta to make sure it is finished before turning off the stove.
If the center is still hard, allow to cook for an additional minute or two and test again. , Drain the pasta in the sink using a colander or large strainer, then transfer pasta to a plate.
Serve immediately.
If spaghetti is served dry, drizzle with olive oil or butter. , Place the pan on the stove on high heat, and bring to a boil.
Reduce to a simmer. , Most prepared sauces have already been cooked, and simply need to be heated up on the stove.
Stir the sauce occasionally, and test it to make sure it is hot.
If desired, add further seasoning. , Allow the sauce to cool for a few minutes, and then serve it on top of the pasta. , Cut a piece of butter (about 1/2 inch thick for one serving) and put it on the stove. ,, Drizzle on top of the pasta. , Add grated parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, or other Italian spices for extra flavor. -
Step 3: making sure the spaghetti is completely covered with water.
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Step 4: Cook for 7-15 minutes
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Step 5: depending on your preference
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Step 6: the type of pasta and package directions.
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Step 7: Remove pot from heat.
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Step 8: Pour sauce into a small pan.
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Step 9: Allow to cook for up to 20 minutes
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Step 10: following package directions.
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Step 11: Remove from heat.
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Step 12: Place a frying pan on the stove on high heat.
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Step 13: Allow the butter to melt.
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Step 14: Remove pan from heat.
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Step 15: Serve and enjoy!
Detailed Guide
Place it on the stove on high heat.
Bring to a boil.
You may need to break the spaghetti in half.
Bring water back to the boil, stirring the pasta lightly to keep it from sticking and reduce the heat so it doesn't boil over. , Spaghetti should be soft in the center but not mushy when finished.
Test a strand of pasta to make sure it is finished before turning off the stove.
If the center is still hard, allow to cook for an additional minute or two and test again. , Drain the pasta in the sink using a colander or large strainer, then transfer pasta to a plate.
Serve immediately.
If spaghetti is served dry, drizzle with olive oil or butter. , Place the pan on the stove on high heat, and bring to a boil.
Reduce to a simmer. , Most prepared sauces have already been cooked, and simply need to be heated up on the stove.
Stir the sauce occasionally, and test it to make sure it is hot.
If desired, add further seasoning. , Allow the sauce to cool for a few minutes, and then serve it on top of the pasta. , Cut a piece of butter (about 1/2 inch thick for one serving) and put it on the stove. ,, Drizzle on top of the pasta. , Add grated parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, or other Italian spices for extra flavor.
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