Measuring Heartland Pasta



Measuring Heartland Pasta

When measuring dry pasta, typically 2 ounces per person is an adequate amount. Use the helpful conversion charts below to determine what 2 ounces looks like for each pasta shape so you can create perfect portions every time. Enjoy!

 

 

Pasta Shape Dry Pasta–2 Ounce Serving (Cups) Pasta Cooked (Cups) Cook Time (minutes)
Gluten Free Fusilli 3/4 1 12-14
Pasta Shape Dry Pasta–2 Ounce Serving (Cups) Pasta Cooked (Cups) Cook Time (minutes)
Lasagna n/a n/a 10-12
Pasta Shape Dry Pasta–2 Ounce Serving (Cups) Pasta Cooked (Cups) Cook Time (minutes)
Elbow Macaroni 1/2 1 9-11
Whole Wheat Elbow Macaroni 1/2 1 7-9
Pasta Shape Dry Pasta–2 Ounce Serving (Cups) Pasta Cooked (Cups) Cook Time (minutes)
Noodles–Wide 1 1/4 1 1/2 10-12
Noodles–Extra Wide 1 1/2 1 1/2 8-9
Whole Wheat Noodles–Wide 1 1/4 1 1/2 7-9
Pasta Shape Dry Pasta–2 Ounce Serving (Cups) Pasta Cooked (Cups) Cook Time (minutes)
Penne Rigate 3/4 1 11-13
Gluten Free Penne Rigate 3/4 1 11-13
Whole Wheat Penne Rigate 3/4 1 1/4 10-12
Pasta Shape Dry Pasta–2 Ounce Serving (Cups) Pasta Cooked (Cups) Cook Time (minutes)
Rotini 3/4 1 9-11
Whole Wheat Rotini 1 1 1/3 10-12
Pasta Shape Dry Pasta–2 Ounce Serving (Cups) Pasta Cooked (Cups) Cook Time (minutes)
Spaghetti 2 1/8" (circumference) 1 10-11
Gluten Free Spaghetti 2 1/8" (circumference) 1 9-11
Whole Wheat Spaghetti 2 1/8" (circumference) 1 1/4 9-11
Thin Spaghetti 2 1/8" (circumference) 1 8-9
Whole Wheat Angel Hair 2 1/8" (circumference) 1 1/4 6-8

Cooked weight is 2 to 3 times the dry weight, depending on the shape.
Most short pasta shapes will have a 1 cup serving size when cooked.