Spaghetti
Long, thin round pasta strands — the classic Italian shape. Cook in a big pot of well-salted boiling water until al dente, then finish in the sauce.
Used for
- tomato sauce
- carbonara
- aglio e olio
- garlic butter
In the kitchen
- boil al dente
- reserve pasta water
- finish in sauce
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