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Are your products Kosher?![]()
All of our pasta products are Kosher.
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Can I cook pasta in a slow cooker?![]()
We do not recommend cooking pasta in a slow cooker. It must be cooked in boiling water to gelatinize the starches which keep the pasta together and prevent it from becoming mushy and pasty.
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Can I freeze my pasta uncooked?![]()
We do not recommend freezing uncooked pasta. Our pasta products should be stored in a cool, dry place for maximum freshness. Glass or metal containers are recommended for storing dry products.
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Can I make my Lasagna ahead?![]()
Yes. Pasta dishes may be prepared up to 24 hours ahead of time, refrigerated (covered) and then baked. They may also be prepared and frozen (unbaked) for up to 2 months. For quality reasons, we do not recommend freezing baked lasagna.
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Can I microwave the pasta?![]()
We recommend only heating short cuts (such as elbows, penne, rotini) in the microwave. Long cuts such as spaghetti, linguine, fettuccine, etc. do not cook well. Microwave water at HIGH (100%) in 3 qt microwave safe bowl 5 to 9 minutes or until boiling; carefully stir in pasta. Microwave, uncovered, at HIGH 7 to 9 minutes or just until tender. (This is for 1 serving of pasta. The amount of water is the same whether on the stove or in the microwave.)
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Can I substitute any pasta for another?![]()
If you are using a similar cut, you can substitute evenly. Otherwise, you will need to follow the cooking directions that are specified on the package of pasta you are substituting.
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Do farmers use pesticides on the wheat that is used to make Prince® pasta?![]()
We use conventionally grown wheat to make most varieties of Prince ® pasta. U.S. wheat farmers use U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved pesticides to protect wheat crops from pests. In applying pesticides, by law, farmers must adhere to the EPA-approved pesticide label for strict instructions on use.
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Do the pouches that hold the Pasta Portions product contain Bisphenol A (BPA)?![]()
No, our Pasta Portions pouches are BPA-free. Our pouches are made of Biaxially-Oriented Polypropylene (BOPP) packaging film. BOPP is a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved packaging film for use with food products.
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Do you or the farmers use pesticides?![]()
Many independent farmers grow the durum wheat used to make pasta. Their wheat is graded and sold through a system of local grain elevators where it is mixed with wheat of similar grades from other farmers in the area. The wheat is then sold and moves to the mills that supply pasta manufacturers. To protect the wheat in the fields from insects, the farmers do use a number of pesticides that are approved for use on wheat by the Environmental Protection Agency. The farmers must adhere to strict guidelines regarding the amounts used. We regularly monitor the flour we buy to ensure that it meets FDA requirements, ensuring that our pasta products are safe and wholesome.
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Does TreeHouse Foods use GMO’s (Genetically Modified Organisms) in the pasta?![]()
Many TreeHouse Foods products are Non-GMO Project Verified. Look for the Non-GMO Project Verification Seal on the package. As of February 18, 2015 there is no genetically modified wheat commercially grown in the United States*.
*Source: United States Department of Agriculture.
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How can I store cooked pasta?![]()
Cooked pasta can be refrigerated. Toss each pound of cooked pasta with 1 tablespoon of vegetable or olive oil – refrigerate covered for three to four days. For best quality, refrigerate pasta and sauce in separate containers.
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How come you do not offer nutrition information for your recipes?![]()
We appreciate your interest in our company. Unfortunately, at this time, we do not provide nutrition information for our pasta recipes (as consumers may choose variations of common ingredients which may alter the nutritional info).
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How much potassium is in pasta?![]()
Be sure to refer to the package label for exact details. Here is quick answer 'per 2 oz. serving': White Pasta (105 mg), Egg Pasta (105 mg), Egg Noodles (125 mg), Ronzoni Garden Delight ® (190 mg), Quick Cook ® (105 mg), 150 Calories ® (105 mg), Oven Ready (100 mg), Smart Taste ® Pasta (95 mg), Healthy Harvest ® Whole Grain Pasta (240 mg), Smart Taste ® Noodles (105 mg)
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How should I store my uncooked pasta?![]()
We recommend storing uncooked pasta in a tightly sealed package or container in a cool, dry place (preferably a kitchen pantry) for best quality. Storing pasta anywhere outside of a controlled environment is not recommended. The age of the pasta can be determined by reading the date coding information on our packages.
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I can’t find the product in my store. May I buy directly from the company?![]()
Yes. Some products are available for purchase on our pastaandrice.com/pages/pasta-brands">ecommerce store.
Items for sale on our store website have been brought from our manufacturing and warehousing facilities from all over the U.S. to one central location. This enables us to ship custom orders whether it is a single item, bulk shipments, etc. For the shipping, those charges are based on the weight of the requested items and are the real charges from either the U.S. Postal Service or United Parcel Service.
Visit pastaandrice.com/pages/pasta-brands">www.theworldofpastaandrice.com for more details.
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If I need to feed 500 people, how much spaghetti will I need?![]()
We estimate that you would need about 125 1-lb packages. This is based on the approximate amount of dry pasta used per main dish portion. Example: 500 divided by 4 = 125.
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Is the fiber in your pasta soluble or insoluble?![]()
Soluble fiber is found in significant amounts in virtually all fruits and vegetables. Insoluble fiber is found mainly in whole wheat products, bran, and fibrous vegetables like carrots.
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Is there gluten in the pasta products?![]()
The majority of our products are made from wheat so they will contain some amount of gluten.
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Should I add cooked pasta to my broth or add uncooked pasta to the soup to boil?![]()
Either way is fine. But keep in mind that if pasta is cooked with broth, a cloudier (not clear) broth will result. For hearty soups, this is usually not important. If cooking pasta in broth, be sure to start with an extra amount of broth since pasta will absorb roughly 25% of the liquid.
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Should I rinse my pasta?![]()
We only recommend rinsing for cold salads to stop the cooking time. Rinsing pasta that is intended to be served in a hot dish with hot tap water will lower its temperature and may also cause more starch which will make the pasta sticky.
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What does Whole Wheat Blend mean?![]()
Our whole wheat blend pasta is a mixture of two types of wheat flour: Durum whole wheat, which contains all the parts of the wheat (the bran, germ and the endosperm), and semolina, which contains only the endosperm of the wheat - the bran and germ have been removed. Ronzoni® Healthy Harvest® is a unique blend of durum whole wheat flour, durum wheat semolina and wheat fiber. This blend is designed to maintain the great taste and texture of Healthy Harvest while providing the maximum amount of whole wheat benefits possible.
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What is the Glycemic index for your pastas?![]()
The Glycemic index for pasta is around 50 and is considered a low GI food.
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What is the shelf life of your pastas?![]()
While our egg pasta/noodles and vegetable pasta all have a shelf life of 2 years, our non-egg pasta has a shelf life of 3 years.
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