Pasta Side Dishes
Round out any meal with my tested pasta side dishes, from macaroni salad and orzo to creamy mac and cheese. I explain how to cook pasta to the perfect texture, so it holds its shape and soaks up every bit of flavor.
How to Cook Pasta
For pasta salads, cook pasta just to al dente so it stays tender, not mushy, as it soaks up the dressing.
Pasta Guides & Tools
Short shapes like rotini, bow ties, and elbows catch dressing in their curves, making them ideal for pasta salads and sides.
