Fresh Spinach Pasta Dough

Directions

1. 1
   Put the spinach into a glass mixing bowl. Season with a tiny pinch of salt. Cover with plastic wrap. Cook in microwave, on high, for four or five minutes, or until well collapsed.
2. 2
   Remove and chop very finely, or bring in a processor, do not wring dry.
3. 3
   Put flour, salt and gluten into the bowl of a stand mixer. Stir. Add spinach and eggs.
4. 4
   Work, with the dough hook attached, over speed 4 until a dough comes together, that pulls away from the sides.
5. 5
   Reduce speed to 2, and allow mass to be kneaded for 7 or 8 minutes.
6. 6
   Rest, covered, 30 minutes before use.