How much water to add cook pasta?

Here's why:

* Plenty of room to cook: This amount ensures there's enough water for the pasta to move around freely and cook evenly.

* Prevents sticking: A large volume of water helps keep the pasta from sticking together.

* Better flavor: The more water you use, the less starchy the cooking water becomes, resulting in a better-tasting pasta.

* Starchy water for sauce: The starchy water, called pasta water, can be used to make your sauce creamier and stick better to the pasta.

Tip: It's always better to use too much water than too little. You can always drain any excess water.