– Add salt to boiling water before pasta for better taste and seasoning right from the inside out.
– Boil pasta in a large pot so noodles move freely, preventing clumps and cooking evenly.
– Stir pasta in the first few minutes to stop sticking and ensure even cooking throughout.
– Bite a piece to check if pasta is al dente instead of only relying on the cooking time.
– Reserve a cup of starchy pasta water to blend sauces smoothly and make them stick better.
– Avoid rinsing after draining to keep starch that helps sauce coat the pasta perfectly.