Create Delicious Homemade Pasta with the Help of a Stand Mixer

If you're a pasta lover, making your own homemade pasta can be a fun and rewarding experience. While many people may think that making pasta from scratch is a time-consuming and labor-intensive process, it can actually be quite simple and easy with the help of a stand mixer. In this blog post, we will guide you through the process of making homemade pasta using a stand mixer, and provide you with some tips and tricks to make the perfect pasta every time.

Gather Your Ingredients

To make homemade pasta dough, you'll need flour, eggs, and salt. For a basic pasta dough recipe, use two cups of all-purpose flour, three large eggs, and a pinch of salt. You can also add other ingredients like olive oil, herbs, or spices to customize the flavor.

Mix The Dough

Attach the dough hook attachment to your Kitchenin KM50 Stand Mixer. Add the flour, eggs, and salt to the mixing bowl and mix on low speed for about 30 seconds until the ingredients are well combined. Then, increase the speed to medium and let the dough mix for 2-3 minutes until it forms a smooth ball. If the dough is too dry, add a tbsp of water at a time. If it's too wet, add a tbsp of flour at a time.

Knead The Dough

Remove the dough from the mixing bowl and knead it by hand on a floured surface for a few minutes until it's smooth and elastic. Alternatively, you can continue to knead the dough using the Kitchenin KM50 Stand Mixer and the dough hook attachment on low speed for 2-3 minutes until it's smooth and elastic.

Let The Dough Rest

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours. This allows the gluten to relax and the dough to become more pliable.

Roll Out The Dough

Once the dough has rested, use a pasta roller attachment on your Kitchenin KM50 Stand Mixer to roll out the dough to your desired thickness. Alternatively, you can use a rolling pin to roll out the dough by hand on a floured surface.

Cut The Pasta

Use a pasta cutter attachment on your Kitchenin KM50 Stand Mixer or a sharp knife to cut the pasta into your desired shape, such as fettuccine or spaghetti.

Cook The Pasta

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta for 2-3 minutes or until it's al dente. Fresh homemade pasta cooks much faster than store-bought pasta, so be sure to keep an eye on it.

Serve And Enjoy

Drain the pasta and toss it with your favorite sauce or toppings. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious homemade pasta!

Tips and Tricks for Making Homemade Pasta with A Stand Mixer

• Use a digital kitchen scale to measure your ingredients for more precise measurements.

• If you don't have a pasta roller attachment, use a rolling pin to roll out the dough to your desired thickness.

• Dust your pasta with flour as you cut it to prevent it from sticking together.

• Don't overcook your fresh pasta - it cooks much faster than store-bought pasta.

• Experiment with different flavors and shapes of pasta to find your favorite combination.

Making homemade pasta with a stand mixer like the Kitchenin KM50 is a fun and delicious way to elevate your cooking skills and impress your loved ones. With a Kitchenin KM50 Stand Mixer, making homemade pasta becomes even easier and more efficient. The mixer's dough hook attachment can save you time and effort, while the pasta roller and cutter attachments can help you achieve the perfect pasta shape and texture. Try making homemade pasta with your stand mixer today and enjoy the delicious taste of fresh pasta!