Eggless Orecchiette

  1. Place both types of flour in a large mixing bowl an stir to mix well.
  2. Make a well in the center of the flour and add the water a little at a time, stirring with your hands until a dough is formed.
  3. You may need more or less water, depending on the humidity of your kitchen.
  4. Place the dough on a floured work surface and knead it like bread for 8 to 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  5. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes, at room temperature.
  6. Roll the dough into long dowels about 3/4-inch thick.
  7. Cut into flat disks about 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch thick.
  8. Press the center of each disk with a thumb to form a saucer shape.
  9. Set aside under a dish towel until ready to cook.
  10. In a large pot, bring to a boil 6 quarts of salted water.
  11. Add pasta and cook until tender, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  12. Drain in a colander.

flour, flour, tepid water

Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/mario-batali/eggless-orecchiette-recipe.html (may not work)

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