Pasta

Pasta is one of the most widespread foods in the world, made primarily from durum wheat semolina and water. It comes in hundreds of shapes, from spaghetti and penne to fusilli, lasagne and tagliatelle. Each shape suits different sauces: flat pasta holds creamy sauces well, tubes capture thick ragù, and long varieties are ideal with olive oil-based sauces. It is cooked in a large amount of salted water until al dente, meaning slightly firm to the bite. Pasta is an excellent source of carbohydrates and energy, making it popular in both sports nutrition and everyday cooking around the world.