Types of Pasta http://www.hormel.com/templates/knowledge/knowledge.asp?catitemid= 3&id=171 Today's site, from Hormel Foods, offers an informative guide to the tempting world of pasta. Readers will find interesting and useful material which goes beyond the typical box of dried pasta found in many cupboards. "Pasta is a basic staple ingredient used in cooking. It is available in hundreds of shapes worldwide and in many different flavors. Pasta can be found dried and fresh, but can also be homemade. ... The information ... will provide a better understanding of the different types of pasta that are available." - from the website The site opens with a section on the diverse range of pasta types, including charts which detail the many ingredients which may be used in its creation. Illustrations and explanations cover various pasta shapes and how each is best suited to different dishes. Information on Asian noodles is included as well. Additional sections provide a helpful cooking guide, along with reheating tips, safe handling and storage procedures, and nutrition information. ~*~*~*~*~ Was this forwarded to you? Want to subscribe? Send an email to 1stpicksites-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx?Subject=subscribe. For a complete list of email commands for our list send an email to ecartis@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with a subject line of "info 1stpicksites" without the quotes. If you wish to unsubscribe from our list send an email to 1stpicksites-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx?Subject=unsubscribe To contact the list moderators send an email to 1stpicksites-moderators@xxxxxxxxxxxxx ~*~*~*~*~