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Pasta 101

Anna Williams

Pasta Glossary What pasta shapes go with what sauces? Here’s how to use your noodles

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A foolproof, step-by-step guide to making perfect pasta — from putting up a pot of water to choosing your cheese. Plus, four sauces you can get on the table in 20 minutes or less

4 Satisfying Pasta Sauces

Make these easy-to-master dishes for a satisfying supper

Pasta Do's and Don'ts

Get separate, tender strands every time by following these rules

Dried Vs. Fresh Pasta

No, dried pasta isn’t fresh pasta gone old. Here’s how they compare

How to Reheat Leftover Pasta

Simple methods for reviving plain pasta and pasta mixed with sauce

20 Easy Pasta Recipes

From baked ziti to low-fat fettucine alfredo, perfect meals for every night

Choosing a Cheese for Your Pasta

Which cheeses are good for sprinkling on top of pastas and which make wonderful stir-ins

Trusty Tools for Cooking Pasta

Real Simple recommends the best kitchen utensils for making perfect pasta

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