"Pasta Perplexity: Does Adding Olive Oil to Cooking Water Really Prevent Sticking? A common cooking hack has long been touted as a secret to silky, strand-by-strand pasta: adding a drizzle of olive oil to the cooking water. But does this trick really work? We put this theory to the test, examining the science behind the method and putting it to the ultimate test in our kitchen. From the results to a game-changing alternative, discover the surprising truth about this beloved cooking technique and learn a better way to keep your pasta perfectly separate."
We tested whether adding olive oil to pasta cooking water actually prevents noodles from sticking. Here’s what we found — plus a better method for keeping strands separate.
