There are many French people who waste this liquid in their sink every week. While it is a true free elixir.
Potatoes are one of the vegetables that appear most often on our dinner tables in France. And it’s no wonder, because potatoes are cheap, tasty, low in calories and healthy. The healthiness of potatoes is particularly notable, as they are a source of many valuable minerals such as potassium, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus and iron. Moreover, potatoes contain almost all the vitamins, including a very high content of vitamin C.
But what to do with the cooking water? Aren’t you planning on throwing it down the sink like many French people? Rich in starch from potatoes, this water has magical powers. It would be truly regrettable to deprive oneself of its marvelous benefits. In fact, the main characteristic of starch is its degreasing power. It just has the ability to trap and absorb fat! But starch also has many other virtues that make your cooking water miraculous! Here is the list
1 – A superhero for your gardens On the one hand, potato cooking water is a natural weedkiller, on the other hand, it is an organic fertilizer. A combo that we are delighted to discover! If you water your plants with potato water (pre-cooled) once a week, you will see the effects in just one month. For the weedkiller side, pour your lukewarm cooking water directly on the weeds: it’s effective every time!
2 – The secret to a dazzling tiled floorOnce a month, pour the still warm potato cooking water into your bucket, then clean your tiles with it. Leave on for 10 minutes then rinse with cold water. Say goodbye to bland tiles!
3 – Your silverware’s best friendAs we know, silverware requires special care. The trick is to soak a cloth in potato cooking water and then clean your silverware with it. Natural shine guaranteed!
4 – The savior of your crystal glasses! Not only is he the friend of your silverware, but also of your crystal glasses. Simply soak them in potato cooking water and wipe them with a soft cloth. No streaks and cleanliness guaranteed!
