Unlock the secrets to delicious reheated pasta dishes.

As a one-bowl meal, there really are few things that can compete.

But the thing about pasta is that its often quite filling, and sometimes this means leftovers.

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Also, your method may change if your dish has cheese or a tomato-based sauce.

Here are the best ways to reheat pasta.

Here’s how to do it with just a pot or skillet.

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Especially if you keep microwaving the same dish over and over again.

It’s not suggested if you have a baked pasta dish or casserole, like lasagna.

However, this method can be used in a pinch for loose noodles.

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Here are a few tips for picking the best method for your noodles.

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you might drop the frozen pasta directly into your boiling water.

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