In Italian it means, “to the tooth.” It’s a common way to cook pasta, and typically means taking 1-2 minutes off the cook time. Tasting a piece is the best way to see if you got the time right!
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In Italian it means, “to the tooth.” It’s a common way to cook pasta, and typically means taking 1-2 minutes off the cook time. Tasting a piece is the best way to see if you got the time right!