Don’t throw away pasta cooking water anymore: 7 practical and surprising tips!

Yes, you read that right!
The starch in the water helps to:

• Remove the grease
• To make the pots shine
• Clean dull surfaces

for a little hot cooking water onto a greasy pan, let it sit for a few minutes, then clean normally.

5. An unexpected hair treatment

In some traditions, starch-rich water is used as a natural hair treatment :

• Brings softness
• Reduces frizz
• Gives shine

Allow to cool, apply to the lengths after shampooing, leave on for 2 minutes, then rinse.

6. A valuable aid for bread and dough

Use the (warm) cooking water to:

• Prepare homemade bread
• Making pizza dough rise
• Make the pasta softer

Starch improves the texture and gives a softer crumb.

7. An ecological and economical gesture

Recycling pasta cooking water means:

• Reduce waste
• Save money
• Adopting simple actions for the planet

A small habit that makes a big difference in everyday life

Some important precautions

• Always let the water cool down before using it outside of cooking.
• Avoid very salty water for plants and hair
• Keep refrigerated for a maximum of 24 hours

Conclusion

The next time you cook pasta, remember:
this water is worth its weight in gold .
In the kitchen, in the garden, or for household cleaning, it becomes an unexpected ally.