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All of our pasta products are KosherⓊ, meaning they meet the qualifications of dietary rules in Judaism. Still have a question? Contact us!

Our products contain wheat ingredients and are manufactured in facilities that use eggs. For additional information concerning allergens, please e-mail us by clicking on “Contact Us” or calling 1-800-EAT-PASTA (1-800-328-7275). Still have a question? Contact us!

Our packages include an accurate listing of the ingredients in our products. In addition, if any component of an ingredient is an allergen, that component is also listed on the package. Because peanuts/nuts/tree nuts are considered to be major allergens, they must be clearly listed on all products and/or contain a warning label stating the product may have come in contact with the allergen. We do not manufacture products with the above-listed allergens nor share facilities with companies that do, therefore, we are not required to list them on our packages. Still have a question? Contact us!

The majority of our products are made from wheat so they will contain some amount of gluten. Still have a question? Contact us!

Yes, all of our pastas are refined. Note: Refined means free of impurities. Still have a question? Contact us!

We use conventionally grown wheat to make most varieties of Creamette® 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. Still have a question? Contact us!

We buy it milled already. We have contracts with millers who in most cases are located right beside our plant. They feed the flour directly to our plants. Still have a question? Contact us!

No, our pastas do not contain yeast. Still have a question? Contact us!

Many Winland 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. Still have a question? Contact us!

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. Still have a question? Contact us!

We counted an average of 68 strands per 2 oz serving. **You will need to multiply this amount per servings in a package for the entire amount. Still have a question? Contact us!

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), 150 Calories® (105 mg), Oven Ready (100 mg). Still have a question? Contact us!

All of our nutritional information is based on an uncooked measurement since some pastas will double or even triple in volume. Still have a question? Contact us!

The Glycemic index for pasta is around 50 and is considered a low GI food. Still have a question? Contact us!

We do not recommend boiling this product, since it is precooked. Oven Ready was designed to re-hydrate in typical lasagna recipes. Boiling can result in starchy broken pieces that are difficult to separate. Still have a question? Contact us!

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. Still have a question? Contact us!

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. Still have a question? Contact us!

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. Still have a question? Contact us!

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.) Still have a question? Contact us!

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. Still have a question? Contact us!

The amount per serving is 1/3 cups. For 4 people you will just need to multiply the amounts. Example: 1/3 = .33, so multiply .33 x 4 = 1.32. So you will need to measure 1-1/3 cups dry. Still have a question? Contact us!

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. Still have a question? Contact us!

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. Still have a question? Contact us!

Since cheese is a solid not liquid form, the rules for cups and ounces will change. If you melt the cheese, then 8 oz would be considered a cup. Solid cheese is measured by weight but when melted it will be measured by volume. Still have a question? Contact us!

Adding frozen ingredients will require additional bake time. We recommend using a microwave to thaw frozen pre-cooked ingredients and then adding them directly to the casserole. Still have a question? Contact us!

Yes, and then slowly re-warm it in the oven or microwave. Still have a question? Contact us!

Yes, this pasta can be boiled if needed. The cook time is 5 – 7 minutes for penne.

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Yes. Still have a question? Contact us!

We do not recommend using this product in a microwave because the pasta may cook unevenly. Still have a question? Contact us!

We do not recommend using this product in a slow cooker because the pasta may become too soft. Still have a question? Contact us!

We don’t recommend using convection ovens because they may cause some of the pasta on the surface to dry out. Using a conventional oven will help the pasta to cook more evenly. Still have a question? Contact us!

Yes. Add 3 cups of sauce for every 12 ounces of pasta plus 1 ½ to 1 ¾ cups of hot tap water. Still have a question? Contact us!

Yes, you can use this pasta in soups. It may retain a firm texture longer than regular pasta. Still have a question? Contact us!

If you have some topping leftover, you can stir and then add more. If not, simply continue baking and check for doneness. If the pasta in the center appears too firm, allow it to continue cooking until it is tender. You may need to cover to avoid over-browning of the dish. Still have a question? Contact us!

For 12 ounces of pasta, stir in 1 ½ to 1 ¾ cups hot tap water and 3 cups of your desired sauce. Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes, stir the casserole, and then bake for an additional 15 minutes or until done (for a total cook time of 30 minutes).

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This pasta was developed with a special recipe that allows the pasta to slowly absorb water during the baking process.

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For optimal results we recommend leaving the casserole uncovered while it bakes. If you prefer to cover it, it may cook a little faster so you should check the pasta in the middle of the casserole for doneness after it has baked for about 20 minutes. Still have a question? Contact us!

You may discover some of the pasta in the center is slightly firmer. Check pasta for doneness from the center of the casserole. Still have a question? Contact us!

Casserole dishes that are wide and about 2 inches deep will allow the pasta to quickly cook as it bakes. Using a deep and narrow casserole will increase the amount of baking time. Still have a question? Contact us!

The melting quality and moisture content of pasteurized prepared cheese makes it an ideal cheese to use in macaroni and cheese recipes. Other cheeses such as Monterey Jack, Swiss, cheddar and mozzarella also work well. Low-moisture cheeses such as Parmesan can be added to enhance the flavor profile but may result in a less creamy casserole. Still have a question? Contact us!

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Stirring after the first 15 minutes in the oven helps the pasta to cook more evenly. Still have a question? Contact us!

Hot tap water helps accelerate the cooking process and will allow the pasta to cook in about 30 minutes. Still have a question? Contact us!

The added water helps the pasta to cook and it will be absorbed by the pasta as it bakes. Your casserole may appear slightly watery when you remove it from the oven but it will set after approximately 10 minutes. Still have a question? Contact us!

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. Still have a question? Contact us!

The best by date (example: FEB1112HBYs read as follows: February 11, 2012. The letters following the date are plant information. Still have a question? Contact us!

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. Still have a question? Contact us! 

While our egg pasta/noodles all have a shelf life of 2 years, our non-egg pasta has a shelf life of 3 years. Still have a question? Contact us!

While our egg pasta/noodles all have a shelf life of 2 years, our non-egg pasta has a shelf life of 3 years. Still have a question? Contact us!

It is the policy of Winland Foods to support non-profit organizations, which, in our opinion, serve to enhance the growth of the Company and its employees. The Company reserves the right to accept or deny requests for donations. All product donation requests must be made in writing on the organization’s letterhead and must state the purpose for the request and their status as a not for profit organization. Requests should be sent no less than 90 days in advance of the date they are to be received. An organization may receive up to four (4) cases per request during a 12 month period. Requests exceeding 4 cases require the approval of a senior manager. Arrangements must be made to pick up the donation as we do not deliver. If shipping is necessary, it is the responsibility of the organization making the request. We request that organizations who receive product donations use Winalnd Foods branded banners and forward any publicity generated by the event to the Winland Foods Marketing Department. Still have a question? Contact us!

Number 7 is listed on the recycle scale as “Other”, meaning there is no recycling for this category because it is made up of different structures laminated together. Still have a question? Contact us!