Friday, April 2, 2010

Cook Wheatfree Pasta

Many individuals have made the decision to switch from traditional pasta to wheat-free pastas for their own health and well being. Most often these pastas are made with a combination of corn and rice. Gluten-free pastas don't require much special handling, so keep reading to learn just how quick and easygoing wheat-free can be.


Instructions


1. Go shopping. Many grocery stores now carry wheat-free pastas alongside traditional pastas, but if you have difficulty locating gluten-free products, you may be better off looking in a health-food store.


2. Pick a shape. You can choose among macaroni, spaghetti, bow-tie, spirals, shells, linguine and various other shapes.


3. Heat four quarts of water in a large stock pot until it reaches a boil.


4. Add one pound of wheat-free pasta slowly to the boiling water. Heat it until it returns to a boil, stirring gently to prevent the pasta from sticking together.


5. Set your kitchen timer for the time recommended on the package and continue to stir until the timer goes off.


6. Transfer the pasta to a colander over the sink and drain the water.


7. Toss with your favorite sauce and enjoy.







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