Wow, it never occurred to me this is an option. Honestly seems more efficient than trying to pry out the cold strands while trying unsuccessfully to not break them.
If you add some olive oil to the spaghetti before storing it and don’t pack the container that tight, you won’t have that problem in the first place.
Olive oil solidifies at fridge temperatures, surely it wouldn’t help much here?
It seems to work for me, but I’ll admit it’s not perfect. I think the real key is not to pack the container that tight.
I have absolutely done that in the past, and I would do it again in a heartbeat. I can slice off exactly how much I want, getting a good feeling for the portion size. The noodles stick together, there is no unfurling and subsequent mess when transferring them to a dish. They’ll loosen up a bit when heated, but stick together enough to offer a superior eating experience - just cut a piece off and consume.
That’s how I always do it. What’s the big deal? Is there another way?
