1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of salt.
2. Add the pasta and stir. Continue to stir every 10 seconds until the water comes back up to a boil. Drop the temperature down to a simmer.
3. Set a timer for the lower amount of time listed on the package instructions (if it says to cook for 8-10 minutes, set a timer for 8 minutes).
4. Stir the pasta in the water every minute or so until your timer is up.
5. Use a spoon to get a noodle from the pot. Blow on it and then taste it. If it’s not ready, try again in a minute.
6. Once the noodles are cooked to your desired softness, put a large colander in the sink. Pour the pasta and water into the colander, allowing the water to drain down the sink.
7. Put the noodles back into the now-empty pot. Add the butter and stir until it’s melted. Taste and add ¼ teaspoon of salt, if desired, along with the pepper and parsley if using. Stir.

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