So, how long does it take? Between 8 and 11 minutes, unless you’re distracted by a TikTok about a dog riding a Roomba. Then it’s 16 minutes. And that’s okay. Because the real answer isn’t a number—it’s the feeling of pulling a perfect, steaming strand from the pot, knowing you nailed it.
Or, you know, just set a timer, taste it twice, and pray. We’ll all nod and pretend we’ve got it together. Now go eat that glorious carbohydrate rope. You’ve earned it.