I know that pasta shouldn't be rinsed if you're saucing it, but what about if you're serving it plain (immediately)? Does the removal of starch during rinsing also remove flavor, or detract from the...
Put water in a pot on the stove. Wait until it boils, then add the noodles. Keep the stove at about medium and stir occasionally. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes depending on how firm you want them to be....