Growing Chefs! Ontario Papperdelle

Papperdelle

Handcut pappardelle showcases the beauty of fresh pasta, with wide, delicate ribbons that are tender yet satisfyingly hearty. Its rustic texture allows sauces to cling to every strand, making it an ideal canvas for rich ragùs, creamy sauces, or simple olive oil and parmesan.”
Difficulty
Intermediate
Yield
Serves 6 - 8
Ingredients
500 grams 00 flour220 grams eggs (approx. 4 large eggs)100 grams egg yolks (approx. 5 - 6 egg yolks)1 tablespoon olive oil
Equipment
Pasta rollerForkMixing bowls of various sizesChef's knifeCutting boardLarge potStrainerDish towelTasting spoons

Directions

Get Organized!

Gather your mise en place; get together all of the equipment needed for the recipe and gather your ingredients.

Get Prepped!

Mound the flour on a clean work surface and create a wide well in the center. Pour the whole eggs, yolks, salt, and oil into the well. Use a fork to whisk the eggs, gradually bringing flour in from the inner walls until a paste forms. Incorporate the rest of the flour and knead the dough by hand for 10 minutes until the surface is silky and smooth. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and let the dough rest at room temperature for 1 hour.

Roll the dough through a pasta machine until it is the thickness of a business card (Setting 5 or 6). Dust the sheets heavily with flour and fold them loosely into a flat, wide roll. Use a sharp knife to cut the roll into ribbons approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide. Unfurl the ribbons immediately and toss them in a nest” with more flour to prevent sticking.

Get Cooking!

Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Place the pasta in the pot and allow to boil for 3 to 4 minutes until al dente. Gently drain from the pot and toss with a small amount of olive oil to prevent sticking. Serve with your favourite sauce!