Spinach Pasta Dough

1. 1

   Steam spinach Fill a medium saucepan with 2 inches of water and fit with a steamer basket.

2. 2

   Bring water to a simmer, then place spinach in basket and cover.

3. 3

   Steam until leaves are bright green and softened, about 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Let cool slightly, then thoroughly squeeze out liquid in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.

5. 5

   Chop spinach coarsely; you should have about 1/3 cup.

6. 6

   Mix dough Combine spinach with egg and yolk in a food processor, and process until well combined.

7. 7

   Add 1 1/4 cups flour and the salt and process until dough just comes together, about 20 seconds.

8. 8

   Knead and rest Turn out dough onto a well-floured work surface.

9. 9

   Knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes, adding up to 2 tablespoons more flour if dough is too sticky.

10. 10

    Form dough into a ball, wrap tightly in plastic, and let rest 1 to 2 hours or refrigerate overnight.

11. 11

    Roll out and cut Follow directions on pages 369371 for rolling and cutting into desired shapes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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