7Spaghetti Stays Whole — Always

It might seem harmless to snap dry spaghetti in half to fit it into a pot, but to an Italian, this is pasta heresy. Long pasta like spaghetti, linguine, and bucatini are designed to remain long — not only for the eating experience but because their length is part of their character.

Instead of breaking it, simply drop it into boiling water and gently press it down as it softens. Let it bend naturally — patience is part of the pasta experience.

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