Most people have a spaghetti spoon sitting in their kitchen drawer, and almost everyone has noticed the hole in the middle of it. But here’s the thing — very few people actually know what it’s really for.
Some think it’s just a quirky design. Others assume it’s for draining water. And while that’s partly true, the real reason is even more clever.
🍝 1. Portion Control — The Real Purpose
The hole in the center of your spaghetti spoon is designed to measure one serving of dry spaghetti.
Before cooking, you can take your uncooked pasta strands and slide them into the hole. The amount that fits is considered the right portion size for one person. This is especially helpful because spaghetti is tricky — it’s easy to cook way too much or far too little.
So, if you’re cooking for four people, just measure four “spoonfuls” of dry pasta through the hole, and you’ll have the perfect amount.
💧 2. Helps Drain Water Too
Yes, the hole can also act as a little drain when you scoop pasta out of the pot. The water slips through, making it easier to serve noodles without turning your plate into a soup bowl.
It’s not its main purpose, but it’s a neat bonus feature.
🧑🍳 3. Why It Matters
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