It’s a classic kitchen debate: rinse or don’t rinse? Some say rinsing pasta removes the sticky starch that causes clumping. That’s true — but for most hot dishes, rinsing is a mistake. Why You Shouldn’t Rinse (Usually):That surface starch helps sauces cling to noodles, creating a richer, more cohesive dish. Chefs like Lidia Bastianich and America’s Test Kitchen agree: skip...