Chef reveals key pasta cooking errors

A chef identified common mistakes made when cooking pasta, emphasizing the importance of proper technique for optimal results. Chef Carmine Alferi of Balzi Rossi restaurant highlighted using low-quality pasta, overcooking, and using too little water as major errors. He also cautioned against washing pasta after cooking and adding oil to the water. Other mistakes include cooking pasta in a small pot, using low heat, stirring too frequently, and not adding the pasta to the sauce directly. These tips aim to improve the pasta's texture and flavor.