what is the best way to store cooked pasta in the fridge there is no sauce on it but i want it not to clump together when i put it in the fridge
2006-11-15 11:02:51 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Food & Drink ➔ Cooking & Recipes
toss it in a little olive oil before putting in a ziplock bag
2006-11-15 11:04:40 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Even though freshly cooked pasta is best, if pasta is cooked and stored properly it can be OK. Draining the water right away and quickly rinsing the pasta with cold water to stop the cooking process is an absolute must. Lightly oiling the pasta before storing it in an airtight roomy plastic bag or container will prevent the pasta from clumping. The pasta will keep up to six days in the refrigerator.
We all think of how easy it is to cook pasta, but for the people who want an easier way to make a quick meal, this is a very good alternative.
If you are planning to consume the pasta throughout the week, undercook the pasta so that it is firmer than al dente. That way the texture should be right when it is added to the sauce
2006-11-15 19:05:29 · answer #2 · answered by Irina C 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Ah yes, I have the answer for you.
Portion the pasta the way you want it individual servings, or as a large dish.
After you drain & cool the pasta (when al dente quicky drain in collander and rinse with cold water to stop cooking process).
Once drained spread out on a baking sheet and sprinkle olive oil ( I now use cooking spray).
When lightly coated with oil, put into a ziplock type plastic bag. (do not freeze).
Hold in refridgerator until ready for use. When ready to use boil water to a rolling boil, place pasta in water, turn off heat and let sit 30 seconds to 1 minute. Some times if just one serving I will open bag and heat in microwave for a few seconds.Carry on from there.
Gauranteed to work every time.
2006-11-15 19:10:42 · answer #3 · answered by Smurfetta 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Once cooked and drained, add a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil and mix. Then put it in the fridge in an airtight container and just heat in a microwave when you want to have it...
2006-11-15 19:07:02 · answer #4 · answered by njuk 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
just coat with olive oil and put in a covered container, recooked pasta actually tastes better as long as it is al dente.
2006-11-15 19:26:24 · answer #5 · answered by glasgow girl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please do not do cooking like that. Just eat it plain and fresh. Well, not plain. With sauce.
2006-11-16 02:30:55 · answer #6 · answered by alvinyprime 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you rinse it in COLD water. After it dries you can store it with no problem.
2006-11-15 19:05:43 · answer #7 · answered by mom*2 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋
puti it in a bowl then put a plate on top of it .
2006-11-15 19:08:24 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋