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Pasta Ring





Yields
Makes 5 or 6 servings

Notes: Shape the pasta in a plain ring mold that holds 6 to 12 cups. If making up to 1 day ahead, cover pasta in mold and chill.

Pasta Ring




Photo: James Carrier
 1 pound dried spaghetti
 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
Step 1
1

In a 5- to 6-quart pan over high heat, bring 3 quarts water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender to bite, 10 to 12 minutes.

Step 2
2

Drain pasta and immerse in cold water; when cool enough to touch, in about 1 minute, drain again. Mix with butter.

Step 3
3

Lift pasta, a handful at a time, and let strands shake out until fairly straight; lay neatly around the center of a ring mold (see notes). Repeat, using all the pasta; pat to make level. Let stand at least 1 hour (see notes).

Step 4
4

Invert a flat, rimmed microwave-safe plate over mold. Holding containers together, flip over and lift off mold.

Step 5
5

Cover pasta with microwave-safe plastic wrap. Heat in a microwave oven on full power (100%) until pasta is hot, about 5 minutes. Uncover and fill with beef stroganoff.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 298Calories from Fat 9.3
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.1g5%

Saturated Fat 1.4g7%
Cholesterol 5.2mg2%
Sodium 25mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 57g19%

Dietary Fiber 1.8g8%
Protein 9.7g20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.