Spaghetti

Spaghetti
	Spaghetti hung to dry
Type	Pasta
Place of origin	Italy
Main ingredients	Semolina or flour, water
	Media: Spaghetti;

Spaghetti (Italian: [spaˈɡetti]) is a long, thin, solid, cylindrical pasta.^[1] It is a staple food of traditional Italian cuisine. Like other pasta, spaghetti is made of milled wheat, water, and sometimes enriched with vitamins and minerals. Italian spaghetti is typically made from durum-wheat semolina.^[2] Usually the pasta is white because refined flour is used, but whole wheat flour may be added. Spaghettoni is a thicker form of spaghetti, while spaghettini is a thinner form. Capellini is a very thin spaghetti, while vermicelli refers to intermediate widths, varying between the United States and Italy.

Originally, spaghetti was notably long, but shorter lengths gained in popularity during the latter half of the 20th century and now^[when?] it is most commonly available in 25–30 cm (10–12 in) lengths. A variety of pasta dishes are based on it and it is frequently served with tomato sauce, meat or vegetables.

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[nhg-2] "How to Make Spaghetti". Better Homes and Gardens. Retrieved on 22 December 2014.

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