Pasta Cooking Tips

How to cook Banza pasta

Step 1

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil (about 8 cups).

Step 2

Step 2

Add Banza, stir, and reduce to a simmer.

Step 3

Step 3

Cook according to package instructions, or until desired firmness.

Step 4

Step 4

Strain and rinse with water.

Step 5

Step 5

Enjoy with your favorite sauce!

Step 6

Step 6

Store your sauce separately from your pasta.

How to cook Banza Ziti

Step 1

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil (about 8 cups).

Step 2

Step 2

Add Banza, stir, and reduce to a simmer.

Step 3

Step 3

Cook to desired firmness, stirring frequently, about 7-9 mins (expect foam).

Step 4

Step 4

Strain and rinse with water.

Step 5

Step 5

Enjoy with your favorite sauce!

Step 6

Step 6

For baked ziti, boil the pasta for 6 minutes before baking.

How to cook Banza lasagna

Step 1

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Step 2

Step 2

Spread 1.5 cups of sauce in a 9x13" baking dish.

Step 3

Step 3

Top with 4 dry lasagna sheets, then a layer of toppings. Cover with another 1.5 cups of sauce. Repeat until all sheets are used.

Step 4

Step 4

Finish with sauce and toppings, making sure lasagna sheets are covered.

Step 5

Step 5

Bake uncovered for 35-45 minutes. 
If toppings brown quickly, cover with foil.

Step 6

Step 6

Let sit a few minutes before serving. Then dig in!