How do you boil pasta quickly?
Chef's answer
Less water + greater surface area = a faster boil. That's win-win on energy and water use! When the water comes to a boil, at about 4 or 5 minutes, add the pasta (break longer shapes if they don't fit) and stir. Lower the heat a bit, but maintain at least a rapid simmer.
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