Title: Microwave Pasta
Categories: Pasta
Yield: 1 Method
1 INFO
Break up the spaghetti noodles and place them in a bowl. Measure
out as much spaghetti as you'd like to cook in the microwave. Then
break the noodles into halves or 3rds and put them in a
microwave-safe bowl.
Pour enough water to cover the noodles by 2" (5.1 cm). You can use
room temperature water or just run water from the tap into the
bowl. It's important that the noodles are completely submerged.
The noodles will double or triple in size as they cook which is why
they need to be covered with the water.
Microwave the pasta for 3 minutes longer than the package
instructs. Put the bowl in the microwave and read the pasta cooking
instructions. Set the timer for 3 minutes longer than the pasta
maker's recommendations.
For example, if the package says to boil the noodles for 9 minutes,
you'll need to microwave them for 12 minutes on full power. You may
need to microwave even longer as microwaves vary. If the noodles
aren't done enough give them another 2 minutes and test again.
Drain and use the cooked pasta. Carefully remove the hot bowl from
the microwave. Set a colander in the sink and slowly pour the hot
pasta into it so the water drains into the sink. Then top the
cooked pasta with your favorite sauce.
Refrigerate leftover cooked pasta in an airtight container for up
to 3 to 5 days.
