You might not know it, but pasta water is an incredible resource. Combining pasta and boiling water doesn't just transform dry pasta to tender-yet-toothy noodles. That water itself changes as well by taking on some of the pasta's starch, and overlooking pasta water's potential is a big mistake. Even if you do regularly utilize your pasta water to create luscious sauces, it's possible you're still overlooking a crucial ingredient: salt. Read more... |