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How to Microwave Pasta

via How to of the Day on 3/11/12

Maybe you're a college student without a stove. Maybe you're less likely to set things on fire if you just use the microwave. Regardless of your reason, read on to learn how to make pasta in the microwave. It's simple to make and provides a quick, tasty meal.

Pour a small amount of pasta into a microwave safe bowl. (You should only use ceramics or glass in the microwave, not plastic.) About half a cup or a cup should be enough, since pasta swells up after being cooked.
Add water to the bowl so the pasta is a couple of inches or several centimetres deep.
Place the bowl on top of a plate and put it in the microwave. (The plate will catch any water in case it boils over, but it shouldn't.)
Take the suggested time for cooking from the pasta box and add 3-4 minutes to this. Microwave the pasta for this amount of time. Depending on the strength of your microwave, it may take more or less time.
Check on the pasta when it's done and sample a piece or two. Pop it in for a few more minutes if it's chewy.
Strain the pasta over a sink. A small strainer would be the most efficient thing to use. If you don't have a strainer, you should be able to get most of the water out by tipping the bowl over the sink, pressing a large spoon to the edge, and being careful not to let the pasta slip out. You can also ladle it out spoonful by spoonful.
Heat up some sauce for about 35 seconds in the microwave. Or alternatively, use salt and butter or olive oil. Add your chosen seasoning to the pasta.
You're done! Bon appetit!

Try adding pieces of meat or vegetables to the pasta to add some flavor. For frozen meat and veggies, you can throw them in with the pasta; just make sure to take them out a little early. If you are just reheating veggies or meat, toss them in with the sauce.
You can also pour cold water over the pasta after removing it from the microwave.

Use caution when removing the bowl from the microwave. Remove it using oven mitts or a towel to prevent it from burning your hands.