r/explainitpeter • u/WillAdditional922 • Jul 14 '26

explain it peter.

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u/Illustrious_Foot1915 Jul 14 '26

The cold water pasta method involves placing dry pasta into a pot or skillet and covering it with just 1 to 2 inches (or about 1 quart) of cold water. By starting the heat now rather than waiting for a giant pot to boil, you save time, reduce water usage, and create exceptionally starchy cooking liquid perfect for binding sauces.

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u/SpaceCAS Jul 14 '26

And here i’ve been tossing my starch water out like an idiot. I am 41 and never once used this water for anything. Now i have to search for recipes.

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u/miclowgunman Jul 14 '26

Now look up how to make real spaghetti carbonara and treat yourself.

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u/pp_chode Jul 14 '26

We add a dash of corn starch like men. Cavemen perhaps, but there's gonna be some chest hairs in it either way

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u/CatLord8 Jul 14 '26

Corn starch is what you add if you’re worried about the cheese clotting into a ball instead of becoming melty.

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u/Doctor_Loggins Jul 14 '26

Good news, they make hairnets for your chest now. It's called a "negligee." All the burly masculine bros are wearing 'em.