How long should you cook pasta for?
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Pastas should be cooked for approximately 7 to 10 minutes in boiling water, depending on their thickness and desired doneness. High-quality pastas like lasagna noodles may need additional cooking time, such as up to 20 minutes. Thicker noodles, like whole wheat spaghetti, may require a shorter cooking time of around 5 minutes.
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How long should you cook pasta for?
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Al dente is the most common texture for pasta; cook it until it is slightly firm yet still Chewy. Typically, this takes about 8 to 10 minutes. Timing will vary depending on the shape and size of the pasta. Thin noodles will usually take less time to cook than wide, thick noodles. For very al dente, start checking after 5 minutes and remove at the earliest sign of tenderness.
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How long should you cook pasta for?