Pasta is an integral part of every authentic Italian meal. From Farfalle to Fettuccine, every Barilla shape has a distinctive texture and flavor that brings life and conversation to your dinner table. You don’t need to be a culinary expert to make a delicious pasta meal, but it’s important to know the basics in order to create the perfect balance of pasta, sauce and fresh ingredients.
As a resource for the Italian culinary arts, Barilla brings you these easy-to-follow tips and information on how to make perfect pasta every time. Become a pasta master by learning how to choose the right pasta, measure it correctly, and cook it properly.
Choosing Pasta: All pastas are not the made the same. Check out these tips from Barilla’s Chef Lorenzo Boni to help you make the best pasta choice for you and your family. Go>>
Measuring Pasta: Learn how to measure pasta like a pro with this chart that includes correct amounts for every pasta shape. Go>>
Cooking Pasta: Cooking pasta is easy, but you need to know how much water to use, which pot to choose, and how long to cook the pasta. Follow these rules to enjoy pasta at its best. Go>>
Myths about Cooking Pasta : Do you throw pasta on the wall to tell if it’s ready? Do you rinse the pasta after it’s cooked? Find out if these pasta cooking myths are helping or hindering your meal. Go>>
