Roll It Out: Handmade Lemon Pappardelle

Directions

1. 1
   In a food processor, combine the flour, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice and salt and process until the mixture comes together.
2. 2
   Turn the mixture out onto a floured work surface and knead together for 5 minutes, until smooth.
3. 3
   Wrap in plastic wrap and set aside at room temperature for 1 hour.
4. 4
   Cut the dough into 6 equal pieces.
5. 5
   Work with 1 piece at a time and keep the remaining pieces covered.
6. 6
   Flatten the piece between your palms until its about 12 inch thick.
7. 7
   Set the rollers of your pasta machine to the widest setting and feed the dough through.
8. 8
   Fold the dough in half and repeat on this setting 6 times.
9. 9
   Turn the knob of the pasta machine to the next setting and feed the dough through the rollers.
10. 10
    Continue to decrease the roller setting after each pass, until the pasta sheet is the desired thickness.
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    Lay the pasta on a lightly floured work surface and cover with a towel.
12. 12
    Repeat the process with the remaining dough.
13. 13
    Fold each pasta sheet in half, and then in half again.
14. 14
    With a sharp knife, cut the dough into wide strands.
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    At this point, the pasta is ready to cook.
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    Or you can freeze the pappardelle in an airtight plastic bag for up to 6 months and then cook straight from the freezer.
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    To cook and serve the pasta, bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 teaspoon of salt.
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    Add the pasta and cook until it floats to the top, about 5 minutes or until al dente.