In these cold seasons, potatoes make us happy. It must be said that they are good for us and complement all our seasonal dishes. Without it, there is no raclette, tartiflette or good homemade puree. In short, our life would be very sad without potatoes! Well… we’re probably exaggerating a little, but how can you not love this little kitchen ingredient that’s as essential as it is delicious and easy to cook? But today, it’s not the potato strictly speaking that we’re going to be talking about, because we want to give you four good reasons to keep the potato cooking water. It is indeed a “food waste” that is very useful in everyday life. So, it would be a waste to throw it down the sink! How to use it? Follow our little tips.
But first of all, what’s so special about potato cooking water?
The main interest lies in a compound in the potato: starch. The latter has incredible power on fat! In fact, heabsorbs effectivelywhich makes it a excellent cleaning agent. It helps fight stains and the fact that it comes from an economical ingredient doesn’t hurt. In conclusion, there are only benefits to recycling cooking water potatoes (and a lot to lose by not doing so)!
1) Use this water to obtain impeccable tiles
In addition to cleaning it, this will make it less dull to perfection! In addition, the effect is perfect and durable by only doing it once a month. Moreover, it is better to avoid using it more than that as you risk having the opposite effect and making the floor less shiny. In terms of use, it’s simple! We just replaces the water and the usual soil product with the still slightly hot cooking water without mixing it with anything. And to your mops!
2) Restore a crystal clear shine to your glasses
No matter how much we do, crystal glasses always end up tarnishing. So, when you need them for a starter pot or a festive meal, soak them in cooking water. Then, all you have to do is give them a good wipe with a soft cloth to polish them and dry them. Admire this shine! Amazing, right? In addition, you can also test this tip on your mirrors.
3) The silverware will be much less dull thanks to it
Always for an important meal, we like to have beautiful silverware. It must be said that this goes hand in hand with the beautiful meal and the careful table setting. If yours is a little tarnished by time, you can restore shine by rubbing them with a cloth soaked in cooking water. Simple and effective… everything we love!
4) Pull out weeds
They are not the enemies of the gardener, because they bring a little diversity. You can even eat some of them if you want. However, if you really want to remove them, save the potato cooking water. She is to pour directly while still hot on the weeds paying attention to the plants you want to keep! And of course, don’t hesitate to repeat for greater efficiency.
5) Against mud stains on fabric
Against mud stains, there are many amazing solutions like sugar paste. However, it is also possible to let the garment soak in the cooking water potatoes. Finally, after this special bath, gently rub the fabric to remove the stains!
6) A solution against gout
When uric acid builds up, it causes gout. And it’s as unpleasant as it is painful! However, it seems that drinking the water from cooking potatoes would help relieve this particularly recurrent form of arthritis. In addition, consider doing a good massage with essential oils to soothe your pain.