It’s National Spaghetti Day and we have something to celebrate—all the delicious ways you can enjoy spaghetti! Spaghetti is a popular Italian dish, traditionally made with durum wheat and water, often served with tomato sauce or olive oil.
But over the years, different cultures have developed their own versions of spaghetti dishes that are widely enjoyed all around the world. From classic Italian spaghetti bolognese to Asian stir-fried noodles and even Americanized macaroni and cheese, there’s something for everyone! Here are some fun facts about this beloved pasta dish:
1. The word ‘spaghetti’ was first recorded in English in 1824.
2. Italians tend to use long noodles while Americans prefer short ones.
3. The most popular type of spaghetti is fettuccine (long flat strips of pasta).
4. There are more than 600 types of spaghetti throughout Italy.
5. It takes 8 minutes for fresh spaghetti to cook perfectly al dente!
6. The average person consumes 16 pounds of spaghetti each year!
7. The largest plate of spaghetti ever made was 2,018 feet long!
This National Spaghetti Day, challenge yourself to try a new version or make your own from scratch using just flour, egg, salt, and water. Perhaps you could invent a new recipe using your favorite herbs and spices too?
Whatever you choose, one thing is certain—a good bowl of pasta makes life infinitely better.