The typical recommended amount of dry pasta per person ranges from about 56 grams (2 ounces) to 100 grams, depending on the source and context:
- Barilla suggests 2 ounces (56 grams) of dry pasta per person as a good rule of thumb, which yields about 1 cup of cooked pasta for long shapes like spaghetti or fettuccine
- Italian guidelines often recommend between 60 to 100 grams of dried pasta per person, with smaller portions (around 70-90 grams) for multi-course meals and larger portions (around 100 grams) when pasta is the main meal
- The British Dietetic Association advises about 75 grams of uncooked pasta per person, which cooks up to roughly 150 grams, considering healthy portion control
- For fresh pasta, slightly higher amounts are suggested, around 120 grams per person, and for gnocchi or filled pasta, portions can range from 130 to 150 grams per person
In summary, for a standard serving of dry pasta per adult, 56 to 100 grams (2 to 3.5 ounces) is typical, with 56 grams being a common baseline for a single serving and up to 100 grams if pasta is the main dish or for larger appetites
