Nutrition
Pasta is part of a well-balanced diet. Current dietary guidance calls for up to 65% of daily calories to come from carbohydrates. As one of the building blocks in MyPyramid, pasta supplies good health with fiber and b-vitamins along with iron and magnesium. A key source of complex carbohydrates, pasta helps deliver sustained energy and provides glucose, the crucial fuel for the brain, red blood cells, muscle and organs.
Diversity
Pasta pairs perfectly with cheese, meat, seafood and vegetables. It's ideal for either lunch or dinner, as an entrée or a side dish. Pasta's versatility and convenience are two reasons why it is so popular. Many of us are working longer and later and seek speedy and simple ways to prepare meals.
Value
With eight servings per pound, pasta is a smart and healthy way of stretching a dollar! Did you know that for just five dollars, pasta can feed a family of four?
Welcome to Pasta, The Perfect Food™!
This site is dedicated to providing you with the nutritional information, diverse and delicious recipes and fun facts that make pasta one of the healthiest, satisfying and affordable meals you can prepare.
