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But it turns out that’s not true at all.
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And you might too, because you don’t technicallyneeda pasta maker to get the job done.
“The basic pasta dough making technique remains the same with or without a machine,” Miller explains.
Start on a flat surface (like a wood table or a cutting board).
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Sure, it’ll be a bit messy but that’s part of the fun.
It should look like the photo below.
Once the dough comes together, Miller says you should knead it until it’s smooth and elastic.
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You shouldn’t knead it for too long, because it might become tough and chewy.
But if you don’t knead it long enough, it will be too mush.
So, set a timer and knead it for 8 to 10 minutes.
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If you aren’t sure what kneading looks like, watch the video below.
Let it rest covered for 30 minutes to an hour before you roll it out.
Once your pasta dough is ready, it’s time to start rolling.
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Before you get rolling, though, cut the dough into triangular sections as pictured above.
You’re only going to work with one piece at a time.
To make the noodles, first trim the edges of the dough so that it’s more uniform.
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Then, fold the dough in so the edges meet in the middle.
Do it a second time, and then using a chef’s knife cut the dough into thin strips.
Hang the noodles so that they don’t clump together.
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Then cook the noodles for a few minutes in a salted pot of boiling water.
Never wonder how to make homemade pasta again!
Try making these recipes with your homemade pasta.
No need to stand over a bubbling skillet when you could just make this instead.
Spaghetti Carbonara
With eggs and bacon, this pasta is basically breakfast for dinner.
