Complex carbohydrates are the main sources of dietary fiber, an important part of a healthy diet. What makes pasta fattening is loading it with cream, butter, cheese, and oil. Such choices are allowed in basic diets, just in moderation. We occasionally add a teaspoon of salt to the water for flavor and often skip adding oil. We don't rinse pasta for hot dishes.
Pasta dishes taste great.
Try these recipes if you need further convincing. All received high ratings in our test kitchens. You might call it the kitchen staple of the nineties. Sprinkle with cheese before serving. Melt margarine in a heavy saucepan over medium heat.