Pasta Facts & Figures

• The average American consumes 20 lbs. of pasta annually. This makes it the 6th highest food per capita in the country.
• As of March 2012, the average price an American pays for pasta is $1.45 per pound! This makes it one of the most affordable meals.
• 24% of the global consumption of pasta is by Americans – the largest of any country in the world. Americans consume 6 billion pounds of pasta each year
• The United States produces 4.4 billion pounds of pasta annually, making it the second largest pasta-producing nation.
• You can enjoy pasta on any budget, and thanks to its incredible versatility, you can have a different and delicious low-cost meal every day of the week.
• Keeping pantry staples like dry pasta on hand is always helpful, especially for those days when the cupboard is a bit bare. No need for pricey takeout! It’s easy to make a delicious, healthy meal in minutes that will satisfy your whole family.