Remember: Most shapes double in size when cooked. One pound of dried pasta serves four people generously.
Fresh Pasta
Since fresh pasta contains raw eggs and additional water, it is more tender than its dried counterpart and takes about half the time to cook. Because of fresh pasta’s delicate texture, it is best served with light sauces made with tomatoes, cream, oil, or butter flavored with herbs. Remember: One-and-a-half pounds of fresh pasta serves four people generously.
