Food Guide

Whole-Wheat Pasta

Buying Tips

Look for whole-wheat pasta in the pasta section of natural food or grocery stores, or in the bulk section of some health food stores.

Varieties

Whole-wheat pasta comes in many shapes and sizes, including macaroni, spaghetti, farfalle (bow-ties), rotelle (corkscrews), conchiglie (shells), linguini (broad, flat noodles), and others.

Preparation, Uses, & Tips

Add pasta a little at a time to boiling water. To prevent pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pan, stir gently until the water returns to a rapid boil. Cooking time varies, depending on the pasta’s shape and size. After cooking, drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking. As a general rule, use light sauces for delicate pastas like capellini or angel hair, and chunky, richer sauces for sturdy pastas, such as fuselli and linguini.

Storing

Store it, unopened, in a cool, dry cupboard for six to eight months.

Nutrition Highlights

Whole-wheat pasta (macaroni, cooked), 1 cup (140g)

  • Calories: 197 calories
  • Protein: 7.5g
  • Carbohydrate: 37.2g
  • Total Fat: 0.8g

*Good source of: Fiber (3.9g)

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