Pastahhh!

For generations, pasta has been a part of family traditions from weeknight meals to holiday feasts. From lasagna to light linguine dishes the pasta recipe possibilities are endless. Make pasta tonight and create a family tradition that will last for years to come.

Busy families continue to search for foods that are healthy, satisfying and economical - and they do not need to look further than the pasta aisle. As a virtually fat free and salt free food, pasta is a healthy meal option for consumers. Also, as a food that is low on the Glycemic Index (GI) - low GI foods are digested more slowly - pasta naturally satisfies hunger longer without spiking blood sugar levels.

In response to the new Food Pyramid launched in 2005, consumers are looking for ways to add more whole grains and other nutrients to their diets. With the introduction of nutritionally enhanced pasta varieties such as whole wheat, whole grain, pasta with omega-3 and high fiber pasta, there are now more options than ever for consumers to enjoy healthy and economical meals the whole family will love. Enjoy these pasta recipes.

Latest News

Whole Grain Foods Lower Risk of Heart Failure (11/5/2008)
According to a long-term study, published in the November issue of the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, found that eating whole grain foods such as pasta lowers your risk of heart failure. The study, which looked at more than 14,000 people over 13 years, found that participants had a 7 percent lower risk of heart failure per one-serving increase in whole grain consumption more.

To Eat or Not to Eat? (11/2/2008)
Refined carbohydrates came under scrutiny in recent years due to a link with weight gain. In truth, however, carbohydrates like pasta are a healthy component of any diet more.