Does the macaroni look cooked?
Generally speaking, macaroni will soften when cooked. If the incision of macaroni is completely transparent and there is no white spot after cooking, it means that macaroni is completely cooked at this time, so we need to pay attention when cooking macaroni. Such a change means that the macaroni is soft and ready to eat.
Why should macaroni be soaked first?
Macaroni is divided into heart-shaped and solid. Solid ones are generally long or other shapes, and heart-shaped ones are like pipes. The cooking time of macaroni and solid is different, so the cooking time of macaroni should be flexible, because the shape of macaroni is different.
Because macaroni is more difficult to cook than other noodles, it is suggested to soak macaroni for a long time before cooking, which can reduce the cooking time, and vice versa. Some people will soak the macaroni in water for 2-3 hours in advance, and when the pan is boiling, put the macaroni in and cook it until the macaroni becomes whiter.
How to make macaroni?
1. Add an appropriate amount of water to the pot, bring it to a boil with high fire, and then add an appropriate amount of salt. Adding salt can make the cooked macaroni more elastic and will not stick together.
2. Put the macaroni into the pot, cook it until it reaches Microsoft, stir it with chopsticks a few times, then cover the pot and cook it for 8 to 15 minutes, depending on personal preference. People who like hard macaroni will cook for a shorter time, while those who like soft macaroni will cook for a longer time.
After the macaroni is cooked, take it out with chopsticks and put it in cold water to prevent it from sticking together.
Nutritional value of macaroni
The main nutritional components of macaroni are protein, carbohydrates and so on. The nutritional components of macaroni will change with the variety and proportion of auxiliary materials.
Macaroni is easy to digest and absorb, which can effectively improve anemia, enhance immunity and balance nutrient absorption. Most people can eat macaroni, because macaroni is easy to digest and absorb, so it is also suitable for children.