"Sticky Situation: Does Adding Olive Oil to Pasta Water Really Help? A common cooking hack claims that tossing a spoonful of olive oil into pasta cooking water is the secret to preventing noodles from sticking together. But does it really work? We put this popular method to the test and discovered some surprising results. In this article, we'll reveal the truth behind the olive oil myth and share a more effective technique for keeping your pasta strands separate, so you can cook like a pro and enjoy a stress-free meal prep experience."
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.
