Spinach Pasta
Ingredients
- 425 g all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) spinach purée (see recipe below)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) water
Directions
- Follow directions to assemble and tare Pasta Maker. Add flour and spinach purée to Pasta Maker Mixing Bowl.
- Attach Lid and snap to close. Select PASTA and press START/STOP.
- Combine egg and water in Liquid Measuring Cup. Pour egg mixture into Pasta Maker Liquid Well. Use a small rubber spatula to assist in draining egg mixture through Liquid Well.
- If mixture appears dry during kneading, add 5 to 10 ml water.
- Cut pasta to desired length. Cook pasta in salted boiling water 3–4 minutes or until tender. Wrap and store unused pasta in the freezer.
Makes: 1 pound
Test Kitchen Tip: To make spinach purée: Add 8 oz. (250 ml) fresh baby spinach to a microwave-safe bowl and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons (30 ml) water. Cover and cook on High in the microwave until spinach is wilted and bright green. Blend in a food processor or food chopper until smooth. Allow to cool before using to make pasta.