We have already explained to you that the water in which you cooked your pasta is far too valuable to simply throw away. It can be used for various useful things and can also make your hair beautiful. But what about the garden? Can you also use the pasta water there in a useful way? Of course! And we'll also give you a few tips on what to do! Pamper your garden plants with this miracle cure!
The water in which you are most suitable isCooked whole wheat pastabecause it contains even more nutrients than wheat noodles. But if you prefer the classic varieties, you can of course also work with them.
Fertilize the plants with the water!
If you occasionally use pasta water to water the plants, you will provide them with a good amount of nutrients. They are originally contained in the pasta, which then releases it into the water during the cooking process. Accordingly, you can replace the normal irrigation water with cooking water from time to time.BUT:It is only suitable for watering flowers and plants if it is not salted. Salt water would not only damage your plants, but in the worst case scenario it could even kill them.Also, don't forget, allow the water to cool sufficiently (no warmer than lukewarm). Then your flower will be grateful for the pasta water.
Use pasta water to kill weeds
You can use the pasta water hot if you use itDestroy weedswant. You simply pour the water over the weeds, but you have to work carefully and specifically: your ornamental and useful plants must not get any of it. For example, you can use a ladle or a funnel to help. For this trick, you can only use water in which you have cooked pasta without salt. But it's not just the high temperature of the water that helps you in the fight against weeds. The noodles also contain a large amount of starch, which clogs the pores of the plant (stomata). Since potato water also contains a lot of starch, it is also ideal.
A notice:Before you decide to destroy weeds, think about whether it is really so unacceptable for you. Many weeds have a great positive benefit for beneficial insects and other insects because they are provided with food (e.g. dandelions for bees, butterflies, etc.).
Using pasta water – tips for the household
We already have some great tricks for youHousehold usegiven. But there are a few more and of course we don't want to withhold them from you. What can you use pasta water for around the house?
Easily clean burnt cookware
We have already explained in our other article that hot cooking water is perfect for removing fat from your pans and pots. But not only that!Even burnt thingscan be solved easily. For this to happen, the water must still be hot and allowed to work for some time. The starch will do the rest. You should now be able to easily wipe off any buildup and wash the dishes as usual.
Homemade glue for crafts for children and adults
Glue that really works and has no chemical ingredients - the homemade craft glue made from cooking water from pasta is also perfect for children. You should definitely try it out! In addition to the pasta water, you also use flour to make a sticky mass, which you then store airtight in a simple screw-top jar. To do this, mix 200 ml of the water with 60 g of flour until all lumps have dissolved. This works better with water that is still warm.
Drain clogged? You can use pasta water here too!
Many people will appreciate this household trick. If you often have problems with your drainage, simply use the cooking water from pastaor potatoes, which happens regularly anyway. A big advantage over commercial products is that it is natural and does not harm the environment. All you have to do is pour the still hot water directly down the drain. Then use the plunger as soon as possible.
It is above all the hot water that is so helpful here, because it dissolves fats, which ultimately cause all the leftover food to stick together. This way you can also prevent constipation. Simply pour some hot water through the pipe every now and then. However, be careful with plastic pipes. These can quickly deform or even break due to the heat.
