"Sticking Situation: Does Olive Oil Really Help Prevent Pasta Clumping? A common cooking hack claims that adding olive oil to pasta cooking water is the secret to preventing noodles from sticking together. But does it actually work? A recent experiment put this technique to the test, and the results may surprise you. From the science behind starches to the best methods for achieving perfectly separate strands, this investigation will reveal the truth behind the olive oil myth and offer a better way to cook your pasta to perfection."
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.
