4 Ways to Microwave Pasta - wikiHow

Step 1

Break up the spaghetti noodles and place them in a bowl. Measure out as much spaghetti as you'd like to cook in the microwave. Then break the noodles into halves or thirds and put them in a microwave-safe bowl.Keep in mind that most pasta noodles double in size after they cook.

Step 2

Pour enough water to cover the noodles by 2 inches (5.1 cm). You can use room temperature water or just run water from the tap into the bowl. It's important that the noodles are completely submerged.The noodles will double or triple in size as they cook which is why they need to be covered with the water.

Step 3

Microwave the pasta for 3 minutes longer than the package instructs. Put the bowl in the microwave and read the pasta cooking instructions. Set the timer for 3 minutes longer than the manufacturer's recommendations.For example, if the package says to boil the noodles for 9 minutes, you'll need to microwave them for 12 minutes.

Step 4

Drain and use the cooked pasta. Carefully remove the hot bowl from the microwave. Set a colander in the sink and slowly pour the hot pasta into it so the water drains into the sink. Then top the cooked pasta with your favorite sauce.Refrigerate leftover cooked pasta in an airtight container for up to 3 to 5 days.