BBQ Rigatoni

Directions

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.