Even if you are limited in terms of cooking appliances, there are plenty of ways that you can create a tasty angel hair pasta dish, including with a good old-fashioned microwave.
With this in mind, we are going to be taking a look at how to cook angel hair pasta in the microwave, as well as go through some dishes that you can make quickly and easily with a microwave and angel hair pasta!
Let’s get started.
What Is Angel Hair Pasta?
Angel hair pasta is one of those forms of pasta that has been around for ages. It is typically made from very fine strands of dough that have been stretched out into long, thin strips.
This type of pasta is usually quite delicate, but also incredibly versatile. You can use it in all sorts of different dishes, such as salads, soups, or even baked dishes.
How To Cook Angel Hair Pasta In The Microwave
The first thing that you need to do is cut up your angel hair pasta. For best results, you should try to keep them roughly the same size so that they cook evenly.
Once you have got the pasta ready, then you will want to put it into a bowl or plate that will fit inside your microwave.
If you don’t have any plates or bowls that will work, then just wrap the pasta in a paper towel and place it on top of a plate or another piece of paper towel. Then cover the lot with plastic wrap.
Now pop the bowl into the microwave and heat it for about 2 minutes. After two minutes, remove the bowl and check whether the pasta is cooked or not.
If it isn’t cooked enough yet, then leave it in the microwave for another minute. Repeat until it is fully cooked.
Microwaved Angel Hair Pasta Recipes
Now that you know how to cook angel hair pasta in the microwave, let’s take a look at some of our favorite dishes that you can adapt to include angel hair pasta.
Angel Hair Pasta With Tomato Sauce
This recipe is perfect for when you are looking for a quick and easy pasta dish to make.
All you need to do is simply add tomato sauce, garlic, basil leaves, and Parmesan cheese to your bowl of microwaved angel hair pasta. Mix everything together and enjoy!
Spaghetti Bolognese
This classic Italian dish is often served over spaghetti noodles, but you can easily substitute angel hair pasta instead. Simply follow the instructions above to cook the angel hair pasta in the microwave.
Once that is cooked, add some tomato sauce to a pan with some meat (such as beef mince). Stir everything together and simmer for 10-15 minutes before serving. Sprinkle on some mozzarella cheese for a burst of flavor!
Next, cook the angel hair pasta according to the instructions above. When the pasta is done, drain it and mix it with the chicken. Add some butter and garlic to taste and serve.
Chicken Caesar Angel Hair Pasta Salad
This pasta salad is great if you are looking for a light meal. Just combine your microwaved angel hair pasta with some romaine lettuce, bacon bits, croutons, Parmesan cheese, and mayonnaise. Season it well and eat!
Angel Hair Pasta And Vegetables
This is a delicious vegetarian option. Simply boil some vegetables such as carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, and peas.
Drain them and toss them with some olive oil, salt, and pepper. Then add some microwaved angel hair pasta and mix everything together.
Angel Hair Pasta With Cheese And Bacon
Another simple yet splendidly delicious angel hair pasta dish, this dish is made by cooking angel hair pasta according to the microwave instructions above.
While the pasta is cooking, prepare some bacon strips and fry them until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and set it aside.
Then pour some cream over the pasta and sprinkle some grated cheese on top. Finally, stir in the bacon pieces. Yum!
Angel Hair Pasta Casserole
Angel hair pasta casserole is also possible to make in the microwave. You will need to use a microwave-safe casserole dish though to avoid any problems.
Start by boiling some water. Once the water has boiled, add a dash of salt into the boiling water and wait for 5 minutes. Then, add the angel hair pasta to the pot and cook it for around 3-5 minutes.
Make sure that the pasta doesn’t stick to the bottom of the dish. After this, remove the pasta from the pot and place it into the prepared casserole dish.
Pour the rest of the ingredients (tomato sauce, garlic, oregano, basil) onto the pasta and cover the dish with foil.
Place the dish into the microwave and then cook the pasta for about 15 minutes, or until all the liquid has been absorbed. Remove the dish from the microwave and let the pasta cool completely. Enjoy!
Angel Hair Pasta With Creamy Sauce
This is another easy way to make angel hair pasta in the microwave. In a bowl, mix up some milk, heavy cream, butter, and Parmesan cheese.
Cook the angel hair pasta according to the instructions above. Then drain the pasta and toss it with the creamy sauce.
Angel Hair Pasta With Peanut Butter Sauce
This is an awesome peanut butter sauce pasta dish that goes perfectly with angel hair pasta and can be made in the microwave. The first thing you have to do is melt some butter in a small saucepan.
Then whisk in some flour until smooth. Slowly add the milk while whisking continuously. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens.
Now add some peanut butter, sugar, soy sauce, sesame seeds, and crushed red peppers. Pour the sauce onto the angel hair pasta that you will have microwaved and enjoy!
Final Thoughts
There are plenty of ways that you can make angel hair pasta in the microwave without having to spend hours in front of the stove.
If you are looking to get creative with angel hair pasta, but don’t have the time to do so, then using a microwave might be your best bet.
By following these simple steps, you can easily create delicious meals in less than half an hour!
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