COOKING PASTA IN THE MICROWAVE
This method is useful for cooking for a single serving or two of pasta. Ideally, use a 1 1/2-quart ceramic pot. According to "Microwave Cooking for One" by Marie T. Smith, the shape and arrangement of the food in the microwave makes a difference in its cooking. This recipe is from the previously mentioned book.
Provided by Hani Selamat
Categories Low Protein
Time 17m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Pour 1 cup of water into a microwaveable pot for short pasta like elbow and ziti. Pour 2 cups of water for long pasta like linguine and spaghetti.
- Cook in the microwave at full power until water boils (2:30 minutes for 1 cup and 5 minutes for 2).
- Add all the other ingredients except pasta. Stir.
- If adding short pasta, cook for 12 minutes at 350 watts (50% power if your microwave is 700 watt), until water is absorbed. Serve however you like it.
- If adding long pasta, the ends will stick out of the pot. Cook for 1 minute at full power. The pasta in the water will have softened, and you can then push the ends into the pot.
- Cook another minute at full power, then stir, making sure all the pasta is covered by water.
- Cook 6 to 8 minutes, depending on how wide the pasta is, at 350 watts until the pasta is done.
- Drain the water away and serve however you like it.
- To increase the recipe, add 1 cup water for each additional 2 oz of pasta. Cook the water until it boils, then follow the recipe above exactly, because all the other cooking times remain the same.
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A.A Tech
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy and convenient, and the pasta always comes out perfectly.
Rachely Ferdinand
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get a quick and easy meal on the table without sacrificing flavor.
Chinonso Ogbonna
[email protected]I'm not sure why I never thought to cook pasta in the microwave before. This recipe is a game changer!
denise cook
[email protected]This is a great recipe for beginners. It's simple to follow and the results are delicious.
Nadeem Hafeez
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook pasta, and this recipe is a great addition to my repertoire.
Othman Bitar
[email protected]This is a great recipe for busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious.
Meriem RZ
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta sauce.
Anthony Ochoa
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of the microwave, but this recipe changed my mind. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful.
op islam
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a quick and easy way to cook pasta.
Jefftv Show2
[email protected]This is my new go-to recipe for pasta. It's so easy and convenient, and the results are always delicious.
Brain Chungu
[email protected]I wasn't sure how this recipe would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. The pasta was cooked evenly and the sauce was very tasty.
MD Mahid MHD
[email protected]I've never cooked pasta in the microwave before, but I'm glad I tried this recipe. It was so simple and the pasta came out great.
REDTO FF
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always short on time and this is the perfect way to get a quick and easy meal on the table.
Ahm3d Solo
[email protected]The pasta was a bit mushy for my taste, but the sauce was very flavorful.
Jayna Williams
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is. I was able to make a quick and delicious meal in just a few minutes.
Saleem Williams
[email protected]This is a great recipe! The pasta came out perfectly al dente and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.