If you are wondering what to serve for dinner, try some pasta.
I know potatoes are a favorite of many people and do make a great side dish for dinner. I personally love garlic mashed potatoes, and when prepared well, it is an absolutely fabulous side dish; however, potatoes cannot beat pasta for their versatility. Pasta is just as delicious as potatoes and can be prepared in such a variety of ways, it is in my opinion just about the perfect food.
Here is my list of Top 10 Reasons Pasta is better than Potatoes!
- Pasta is lower in GI
- Pasta is higher in fiber and Vitamin B
- Pasta is easier and faster to prepare
- Dried pasta can last up to 3 years – potatoes a few weeks
- Pasta is much more versatile – goes with everything and can be fixed in a variety of ways with infinite possibilities for sauces – not just Italian
- Pasta is an excellent side dish that everyone loves
- Pasta comes in many flavors, shapes and sizes
- Pasta can make an excellent side dish, main dish or even dessert - try chocolate pasta
- Pasta can be frozen for later – potatoes lose their texture when frozen
- Pasta can be flavored with tasty low-fat sauces rather than butter and sour cream
Next time you are tempted to boil some potatoes – boil some pasta instead.
