How to make perfect homemade pasta
Do you want to easily make homemade pasta that tastes great? With the Ankarsrum Assistent Original and our pasta attachments, it’s easy to make everything from spaghetti to ravioli. We’ll share our best tips, recipes and tricks to help you succeed.
Our Pasta Attachments – perfect pasta every time
To make perfect pasta, you need the right tools. Made in Italy, our pasta attachments are of the highest quality and make pasta making easier and more enjoyable. The attachments attach easily to your Ankarsrum Assistent Original and help you shape pasta with precision – whether you want to make spaghetti, fettuccine or lasagne.
Pasta Roller Lasagna: Perfect for making smooth, even sheets of pasta for lasagne or ravioli.
Pasta Cutter Fettuccine: Easily create 6mm wide pasta – ideal for creamy sauces.
Pasta Cutter Spaghetti: Make 2 mm thin spaghetti with consistent precision.
Pasta Roller & Cutter Kit: A set that includes both the Lasagne roller and the fettuccine cutter – for those looking for versatility.
How to Attach Ankarsrum Pasta Accessories
Turn the Assistent onto its side before attaching
The Ankarsrum Assistent Original is a multifunctional machine designed to operate in two positions. To use any of the Pasta Accessories, the machine must be turned onto its side. Lift the Assistent using both handles and rotate it so that the motor arm faces straight upwards. It is now ready to be fitted with a Pasta Accessory.
Attach the Pasta Accessory
1. Place the Pasta Accessory against the drive socket
2. Rotate it until you hear a clear click
3. Start at a low speed
4. Feed in small pieces of dough
5. Roll until you reach the desired thickness
Pasta FAQs
What kind of flour should I use?
Durum wheat flour is the best choice for pasta – it makes a firm, elastic dough that’s easy to work with. If you don’t have durum wheat flour at home, all-purpose flour can be used as an alternative.
Can I make gluten-free pasta?
Yes, you can! With the right recipe and ingredients, you can make gluten-free pasta that’s just as delicious as the classic version. You can find our recipe for gluten-free pasta dough here.
How do I get the perfect al dente texture?
The key to ‘al dente’ is to cook the pasta in a large pot of salted water. Use a timer and start tasting the pasta 1-2 minutes before the recommended cooking time. Fresh pasta usually only needs 2-4 minutes to cook.Pro tip! Save some of the starchy pasta water – it’s perfect for adjusting the consistency of your sauce.
Tips and tricks for making homemade pasta
Want to take your pasta skills to the next level? Here are our top tips for success.
Use enough flour: Keep your pasta from sticking during rolling and cooking by sprinkling it generously with flour.
Let the dough rest: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes – this will make it smoother and easier to work with.
Drying is key: Hang your finished pasta on a drying rack or a broomstick placed between two chairs to achieve the perfect texture and prevent it from sticking together.
Control thickness: Roll the dough through the pasta roller several times to adjust the thickness for the type of pasta you’re making.
Make your own pasta dough
Making pasta dough at home is both fun and easier than you might think. With the Ankarsrum Assistent Original, you can quickly knead a dough that’s smooth and easy to work with. Try our classic pasta dough, explore vegan pasta, or why not try our gluten-free option? There’s something for everyone – and the taste will make it all worth it.
Making pasta is so easy with Ankarsrum
Want to see how easy it is to make homemade pasta? In our video we show you step by step how to use the Ankarsrum Assistent Original and our pasta attachments to make everything from perfect spaghetti to smooth lasagna sheets. Want more tips and tricks?
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