When yourecooking pasta properly, rinsing it after you boil it is usually a no-no.

There are a few instances when its okay, though.

Stir-fry:Reheating un-rinsed noodles could make them gummy and clump together.

Other than those instances, strain your pasta and go right to adding your sauce!

Let that starchy goodness do its thing.

When to Rinse Pasta (and When to Skip It)| The Kitchn

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