Pasta Water Ratio Calculator
The classic Italian rule: 1 liter of water per 100g of pasta, salted to 1% (10g salt per liter). Get your exact amounts here.
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- Add salt only once the water reaches a full rolling boil.
- Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining — use it to emulsify your sauce.
- Cook pasta 1–2 minutes less than package time if finishing in the pan with sauce.