Step 2: Boil the pasta
Meanwhile, the pasta in another pot with well-salted water until just al dente.
Slightly undercooking the pasta helps prevent it from becoming mushy during baking later.
Drain well and set aside (optionally toss with a drizzle of oil to prevent sticking).
Step 2: Boil the pasta
Meanwhile, the pasta in another pot with well-salted water until just al dente.
Slightly undercooking the pasta helps prevent it from becoming mushy during baking later.
Drain well and set aside (optionally toss with a drizzle of oil to prevent sticking).