BBQ Rigatoni

1. 1

   Stir together the water and the barbecue sauce.

2. 2

   Submerge the rigatoni in the barbecue water and refrigerate for 4 hours.

3. 3

   Drain the pasta from the liquid, reserving the barbecue water, and store the hydrated rigatoni in a zip-top bag in the refrigerator.

4. 4

   In a large pot, combine the reserved barbecue water and enough clean water to equal roughly 4 quarts (4 liters).

5. 5

   Bring to a boil over high heat, then add the soaked rigatoni.

6. 6

   It will cook in less than 3 minutes.

7. 7

   Taste for texture.

8. 8

   When cooked to your satisfaction, drain the pasta and toss with the butter.

9. 9

   Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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