How to Make Spaghetti That's Cooked to Al Dente Perfection

A plate of spaghetti with a delicious spaghetti sauce (such as marinara, bolognese, or carbonara) is one of our favorite forms of comfort food. We're sharing some of our Test Kitchen tips for how to cook spaghetti and some great ways to prepare spaghetti once the noodles are perfectly cooked. So bring your water to a boil and let's get started.