A stomach that is full causes the irritation, which causes diaphragm spasm and the subsequent hiccup. Swallowing too much food and air may cause distended stomach to push against the phrenic nerves, which causes the irritation. Moreover, taking hot spicy foods could also lead to irritation of the phrenic nerves.
Best Answer: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the tortellini. When they change color (become whiter) and soften they are ready - about 6-10 minutes. I love to serve with a tomato cream sauce and grilled chicken, top with Parmesan cheese. Or just a simple alfredo sauce.
1 Rigatoni: 4 minutes. 2  Rotini: 2 minutes. 3  Fettuccine: 1-1/2 minutes plus simmer 3 minutes w/sauce. 4  Gnocchi: Allow 4 to 6 quarts of water per pound. 5  Do not add salt to the water. 6  Boil gnocchi for 2 minutes or until all gnocchi is floating on top of water.ring water and 1 tablespoon salt to a boil. Shake pasta loose (do not cook more than 2 lbs. at a time). Add pasta to boiling water, stir, and begin timing. Once pasta is cooked, drain well and toss immediately with the sauce, coating evenly.