Ancient Greeks called this farinaceous dish "happiness and blessing". And residents of Apennine Peninsula and Padana lowlands are sometimes ridiculous in their love to pasta. Once, Italian representative at an international fishing competition revealed that the secret of his success was a bait of boiled elbow macaroni. But is it "figure-friendly" to eat pasta? And if yes, what is the best way to prepare it so that you don’t gain weight after eating it regularly? Full story