How to Use pasta in a Sentence

pasta

noun
Definition of pastanext
Synonyms for pastanext
  • They ordered pasta with meat sauce.
  • Breads and pastas are high in carbohydrates.
  • The starch on the pasta is what helps the sauce cling to it.
    — Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 15 Sep. 2023
  • That happens to be the best base for a quick and easy pasta sauce.
    — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2023
  • The main course is best sandwiched between a rich pasta dish and the dessert of the day.
    — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2023
  • Yet the pastas include reasons to stray from the starters.
    — Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 15 Mar. 2024
  • The soup is ready when the pork is tender and the pasta is just cooked through, still al dente.
    — Bridgette A. Lacy, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Add the pasta and ground beef to the soup at the same time, and cook until the pasta is al dente.
    — Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2023
  • If a bowl of cheesy pasta is your idea of the perfect dinner, this is the recipe for you.
    — Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 July 2023
  • These will be bright green and tender when the pasta is al dente.
    — G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 27 Apr. 2023
  • Bake up a batch of sourdough bread, or make a pot of one-pot pasta.
    — Hollyanna McCollom, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2023
  • The pan is large enough to make pasta for a crowd and has a smooth nonstick coating that's great for fried eggs.
    — Lizzy Briskin, womenshealthmag.com, 12 Apr. 2023
  • Bring friends and order each and every pasta on the menu at Union, à la Steven Ogg.
    — Mosha Lundström Halbert, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2023
  • The pasta and vegetables are tossed in lemon juice and olive oil, then topped with more cheese and fresh mint.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2024
  • By the sound of Flay’s caption, there are lots more stay-at-home pasta dates in the couple's future.
    — Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 11 Sep. 2023
  • This isn't the first time Italians have gotten worked up over pasta.
    — Elizabeth Napolitano, CBS News, 11 May 2023
  • The room filled with laughter and swapped gossip over plates of aged toma-hawk, Dover sole, and Limone pasta topped with caviar.
    — Ian Malone, Vogue, 8 Dec. 2023
  • Boil with water and spices, then puree for a creamy start to a vegan pasta sauce.
    — Samantha MacAvoy and Becca Miller, Women's Health, 5 Sep. 2023
  • Ashley Park is the parmesan to Florence Pugh’s bowl of pasta!
    — Ashley Paige, Peoplemag, 7 June 2023
  • And good news for those who love soups and Italian foods: This spork can pick up pasta and noodles.
    — Kevin Cortez, Popular Mechanics, 14 Apr. 2023
  • This trip could be all about gelato, pasta, and pizza — the primary food groups of the young, no?
    — Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2023
  • He was reputed to have thrown a plate of pasta in the face of his employer at Condé Nast.
    — Christian House, CNN, 7 Feb. 2024
  • The costs of pasta and rice dipped slightly in December compared to a year ago.
    — Max Zahn, ABC News, 11 Jan. 2024
  • The post was followed by a shot of two plates of pasta and two glasses of red wine at the Da Enzo restaurant in Rome.
    — Kirsty Hatcher, Peoplemag, 16 Nov. 2023
  • Use the remaining downtime to make a side salad and the pasta filling.
    — Sonja and Alex Overhiser, Washington Post, 12 Feb. 2024
  • Don't worry, Brasserie's menu features hearty cuts of prime rib, as well as lamb shank, duck breast and pasta.
    — Gabi De La Rosa, Chron, 15 Apr. 2023
  • The pasta is made from a blend of potato and tapioca starches.
    — Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 18 Sep. 2023
  • Many foods other than high-carb foods like bread and pasta contain carbs.
    — Amanda MacMillan, Health, 5 June 2023
  • Cook the pasta: Measure 1 ⅓ cup of dry pastina and add it to boiling water.
    — Ashia Aubourg, SELF, 2 Nov. 2023
  • And yes, there are some amazing soups, stews, pastas, and roasts to make this season, but don’t forget dessert.
    — Sunset Staff, Sunset Magazine, 19 Oct. 2023

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