Pasta | Italian Pasta Recipes, Information & Video
Pasta is the dish that defines Italian cuisine. From a simple recipe of wheat and water comes endless shapes and textures, each marrying to a particular recipe. Beyond these two simple ingredients are centuries of tradtiion by which pasta was not only created, but perfected. 
- Orecchiette con le Cime di Rapa (Broccoli Raab)
- Shell pasta with asparagus, mushrooms and fresh cream
- Summer Pasta Salad with Grilled Zucchini, Ricotta, Pesto and Olives
- Whole Wheat Orzo Pasta Salad with Artichokes, Spinach, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Pesto
- Orecchiette with Peas, Pancetta and Cream
- Gnocchi with Fresh Mozzarella, Grape Tomatoes, and Pesto
- Meat Filled Pasta - Tortellini Bolognese
- Fresh Egg Pasta
Pasta Surprises—The Unexpected Delights of Filled Pasta
Feeling inspired to make some filled pasta at home? Check out our photo tutorial on making pasta fresca. Or travel to... (read more) |
Pasta Fatta In Casa - Homemade Fresh Pasta
From dough to drying, we walk you through the steps and techniques to make the perfect homemade pasta. (read more) |
Pasta 101: Cooking Perfect Pasta Every Time
Cooking pasta is as easy as boiling water, but cooking pasta correctly is about paying attention to detail. You can help... (read more) |
Get Saucy! : How to Properly Sauce & Serve Pasta
Behind every great pasta is a great sauce. And it's not just the flavor of the sauce that matters, but when and how... (read more) |
Orecchiette? We’re All Ears!
Orecchiette pasta’s round shape led to its name, which means “little ears.” The ridged exterior and... (read more) |
Pasta's Northern Italian Cousins
Gnocchi, Polenta & Risotto are the preferred starches of northern Italy. We give you an overview of each dish and... (read more) |
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Why add salt to pasta water?
Once the water reaches a rolling boil, Giuliana adds a generous amount of salt to enhance the pasta’s flavor, but no oil...
