Would water from chickpea pasta thicken the sauce?

Question

I've started using Banza 100% chickpea pasta for many dishes, but will it provide enough thickening?

Deborah S. · Answer

Thanks, EL.  I just found a review of Banza that also says the water works fine as a thickener.

Emma L. · Answer

Hi! I haven't worked with that product before, but I imagine it would swap in just fine. While the starchy water helps thicken the sauce, the broccoli and cheddar do most of the heavy lifting.

Would water from chickpea pasta thicken the sauce?

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