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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Aayush Paswan
[email protected]5 stars! This recipe is a keeper.
Dawn Shields
[email protected]This is a great way to get a quick and easy meal on the table. I highly recommend it.
blackwidowvr1
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can use any type of pasta, sauce, or vegetables that I want.
Md Hgff
[email protected]This is a great way to teach kids how to cook. It's easy and safe, and they can see the results of their work immediately.
Raina Jeter
[email protected]I've even used this recipe to make pasta art with my kids. They love it!
SlaaGa Sixteen
[email protected]This is a great recipe for camping or RVing. No need to pack a separate pot for cooking pasta.
Muffin Man
[email protected]I've used this recipe to make mac and cheese and it was the best mac and cheese I've ever had.
Mahi noor
[email protected]This is a great way to make pasta for one person. I don't have to cook a whole pot of pasta just for myself.
Saad Cell
[email protected]I love that I can cook pasta in the microwave without having to babysit it. I can set it and forget it.
NP Gaming
[email protected]This is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. I can have a delicious pasta dinner on the table in no time.
Waqas Talib
[email protected]I've even used this recipe to cook rice and it turned out great.
Anas Adamu
[email protected]This is a great recipe for college students or anyone who lives in a dorm or apartment with a microwave.
Paul Gachagan
[email protected]I used this recipe to make a pasta salad and it was a hit at my potluck. Everyone loved it!
Caitlin Govenlock
[email protected]I added some vegetables to the pasta and it was delicious. This is a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies.
Atul Kumar Kulshrestha
[email protected]I wasn't sure how this would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. The pasta was cooked evenly and had a great texture.
Alex Chung
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for pasta when I'm in a hurry. It's so easy and convenient.
Haroon Zaki
[email protected]I've tried this recipe several times now and it always turns out great. My kids love it!
Arman Rabbi
[email protected]This is a great way to cook pasta when you're short on time. It's also a great way to experiment with different flavors.
Dilip Nithi
[email protected]I was really surprised at how well this worked. The pasta was al dente and flavorful.
Aliyu Ibraheem
[email protected]Pasta cooked perfectly in the microwave! Convenient and easy - no need to boil water or dirty extra pots.