The key to making perfect pasta is to start with the right pot. When cooking 1lb (500g) dried pasta, the pot should hold about 5 quarts (5 litres) of water to give the pasta plenty ot room to move around.
A pot made of an inexpensive, lightweight metal like aluminum is ideal, since it conducts heat evenly and is easy to lift when full ot boiling water. A stockpot will also make a good pasta pot, as it is usually taller than it is wide and has two sturdy handles for lifting.
1. Tall, narrow, lightweight pasta pot with a lid.
2. Long handled wooden spoon for stirring pasta.
3. Large colander with feet.
4. Large skillet for quick cook sauces.
5. Heavy-based pot with a lid for slow cook sauces.
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