The high sodium content and fermentation process makes soy sauce save to keep at room temperature. However, for best flavor, ...

storing the stems in a cup of water on the counter; or butter, which you can leave out at room temperature. But what about ...

Let butter melt, and stir to combine with soy sauce. Add pasta to pan along with ½ cup reserved pasta water (or more, if the pasta looks dry). Toss until sauce thickens and coats pasta ...