Noodles Italiano Recipes

HOMEMADE ITALIAN PASTA NOODLES RECIPE

Steps:

• • Homemade pasta can be adjusted according to how many people will be eating- the ratio is 3 1/2 ounces flour to 1 large egg. • Have a rolling pin, knife or pasta cutter, and additional flour nearby to work with dough. • Start with a clean work surface then mound the flour creating a large well in the center to place the eggs. • Crack the eggs into the center and break the yolks for ease in mixing. • Start to mix the dough by bringing the outside edge of the flour into the center of the eggs. • Work quickly in this same way to being the dough together before the eggs can run away! • Knead for 4-5 minutes until smooth and elastic, set on freshly lightly floured surface, cover with plastic wrap to rest for 30 minutes. • Check for elasticity by poking the dough to see the indentation release. • Divide dough into 4 pieces, working them one at time, and roll or use pasta machine to sheet pasta into 4×10 inches rectangular shapes. • If you have a pasta sheeter it will make this process easier- we used an attachment for a kitchen aid mixer. • Keep hands, dough, and counters lightly floured. • Thinly slice with pasta cutter or knife, tossing with a small amount of flour, and piling in small nests to be cooked. • Roll out the homemade pasta by hand using a rolling pin instead of a pasta machine. • Roll out the dough, and rotate it constantly: turn 90 degrees and then flip it it over. • Be sure to keep your work surface, hands, and rolling pin are lightly floured- always! • Continue this process until you have a pasta sheet of the desired thickness, about 1 millimeter or less. • Bring 3-4 quarts of cold water to boiling, add 1 1/2 tablespoons salt, cook 3 minutes for al dente. • Serve immediately with your favorite sauce! ** Noodles freeze very well and easily- just lay flat to freeze and then package for long term storage.

CREAMY ITALIAN NOODLES

Steps:

• Cook noodles according to package directions; drain and place in a large bowl. Drizzle with butter. Add the remaining ingredients; toss to coat.

TRADITIONAL ALFREDO PASTA

Steps:

• In a large pot of boiling salted water cook the fettuccine al dente.
• in a medium pan add 1/2 the butter, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and 1/2 -1 ladle of hot pasta water (about 3-5 tablespoons). On low medium heat, whisk together to make a cream.
• Add the drained pasta, another 1/2-1 ladle of hot pasta water (or a little more if needed) the remaining butter and parmesan cheese, gently toss together on low heat (for about 1 minute) and serve immediately, sprinkle with parmesan cheese and black pepper. Enjoy!

NOODLES ITALIANO

Steps:

• In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the egg noodles until tender but still firm. Depending on the brand of noodles you buy, the total cooking time will range from 3 to 6 minutes.
• Pour into a colander to drain off the water. Place the noodles in a serving bowl and gently toss with the olive oil and herbs.
• Serve immediately. Let everyone add cheese and freshly ground pepper to his or her own taste.

ITALIAN BAKED PASTA

Steps:

• Cook pasta in generously salted water 3 minutes less than recommended on package. Drain.
• Meanwhile, heat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
• Pour 2 cups of the marinara sauce into dish. Add half of cooked pasta; toss well. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Spoon half of the ricotta cheese in dollops over top. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers ending with mozzarella cheese. Cover lightly with foil, making sure foil is not resting on cheese.
• Bake 35 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 to 15 minutes longer or until center is bubbly and thoroughly heated. Cool 10 to 15 minutes before serving.