Primo Pasta

We find perfect, piping hot pasta to be just about the most enjoyable way to begin a meal. The contrasting flavors, colors, textures, and temperatures make it a tempting and luscious plate. Remember, this is only a tasty beginning, so center a small mound of pasta on a grand plate and sauce it lightly. Pasta is a perfect opener for a chicken, fish, or meat entrée, and it takes the place of the starch in a menu in the most delightful way. We can’t think of any pasta that wouldn’t make a fine first course when served in small portions, so check the recipes in the pasta chapter for more ideas.