Pasta: Fresh, Simple And Magnificent Recipes -

: Use a large enough pot with plenty of water and season it generously with salt—this is your only chance to flavor the pasta itself.

: Cook pasta until just before it reaches al dente in the water; it will finish cooking when tossed with the hot sauce. Pasta: Fresh, Simple and Magnificent Recipes

To ensure "magnificent" results every time, the authors and culinary experts suggest several foundational practices: : Use a large enough pot with plenty

: The book provides clear, detailed instructions for making fresh pasta dough from scratch. : Unexpected flavor profiles such as green-tea flavored

: Unexpected flavor profiles such as green-tea flavored tagliatelle served with scampi and ginger.

: The guide explores pasta as an ingredient for starters, salads, and even desserts, including chocolate-filled ravioli . Essential Cooking Tips

: Elevated takes on old favorites like Spaghetti Carbonara with quail eggs , traditional macaroni gratin, and parmesan lasagna.