paccheri

Ingredientes

• 250 g 00 flour
• 50 g durum semolina flour
• 1 tsp olive oil extra virgin
• 3 eggs
• 3 egg yolks
• 1/2 tsp salt

Preparación

1. 1

   On a clean countertop or surface, combine 00...: On a clean countertop or surface, combine 00 and semolina flour by hand and shape into a mound with an indentation or "well" at the top.

2. 2

   Place egg yolks and olive oil in the...: Place egg yolks and olive oil in the well. Gently mix with hands until all ingredients are evenly incorporated into a dough.

3. 3

   Knead for 8-12 minutes. (If too sticky, add...: Knead for 8-12 minutes. (If too sticky, add a bit of flour until dough is easy to knead.)

4. 4

   Form into a sphere and place in a...: Form into a sphere and place in a large sandwich bag or plastic wrap. Allow to rest at room temperature for half an hour.

5. 5

   If using a paccheri maker, divide into pieces...: If using a paccheri maker, divide into pieces small enough to feed through maker. As the tube of paccheri is squeezed out, cut to desired length with a knife.If using a pasta dowel/narrow rolling pin, flatten evenly into a sheet with rolling pin and cut into small rectangles just long enough to wrap around pasta dowel. Seal edges with water and remove from dowel.

6. 6

   Stand each noodle up on tray/baking sheet.

7. 7

   Chill in refrigerator at least half an hour...: Chill in refrigerator at least half an hour to dehydrate and create an al dente texture.

8. 8

   Cook by boiling in water for 7-10 minutes,...: Cook by boiling in water for 7-10 minutes, or until desired level of al dente is reached. Add your favorite sauce and cheese. Enjoy!