How to Make Roasted Pepper “Rounded” Bow tie Pasta

January 15, 2012

Ok so if you think making fresh pasta is hard, think again. I won’t lie to you, it is sometimes a bit time consuming,  (mainly the cutting and shaping part, like for bow tie pasta) but it is really NOT hard! And it’s so worth it!!!

I always try to make everything from scratch (when it’s worth it) because that way you can avoid the preservatives and all the man made and unpronounceable ingredients that big food companies put in store bought products.

If you don’t have a pasta roller, get one ASAP!!! This tool WILL be your Best friend forever! You can buy some online for 20 to 40$. This will make your pasta making experience more enjoyable and  faster/easier.

If you have a pasta roller, follow the rolling steps from my How to make Fresh Pasta Post.

If you don’t and don’t feel like buying one, the following steps are for you!

Inspired by:http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipes/Main/Pasta/recipe.html?dishid=10447

  • Course: Main Course
  • Servings: 6
  • Prep. time: 90 min
  • Cook time: 20 min

Ingredients:

  • 1 red pepper
  • 9 large eggs
  • 6 Cup of all purpose flour
  • 2 Tablespoon of olive oil
  • a pinch of salt and pepper
  • a rolling pin OR a pasta roller
  • a cookie cutter
  • food processor

Cooking instructions:

  1. To make the pasta dough with roasted red peppers, you will have to start by roasting your pepper. Put your oven rack as close as you can to the top and put your oven on broil. Cut your pepper in half, oil both pieces with a bit of olive oil and put them skin facing up on a cookie sheet. Broil them for about 10 to 15 minutes, until the skin has bruned in a few spots. When you take the peppers out, place them on a plate and cover the plate with plastic wrap immediately. This will help the skin peel off easily. Let it cool for 10 to 15 minutes. Peel off the skin and clean the inside of the pepper.
  2. In a food processor, make a puree out of the roasted peppers. Add in the eggs and continue processing it until well mixed. To mix the egg mixture into the flour, on a clean surface, put your flour in a tight pile and make a big well in the center. Pour your egg misture in the middle and slowly, start incorporating the flour with the egg mixture. For more details, check out my other post on how to make fresh pasta (the link is higher up in this post).
  3. Once your dough is ready, take a quarter of it and roll it on a floured surface. Make sure the rest of your dough is in an airtight container or in a plastic bag so it does not dry. The rolled dough should be about 2-3 millimeters thick. Make sure the rest of your dough is in an airtight container or in a plastic bag so it does not dry. This is why you should get a pasta roller :). Hey, it's a great arm workout!
  4. Once your dough is thin enough, cut circles with your cookie cutter. With each circle, follow the steps shown on the pictures above.
  5. To cook the pasta, Bring a big pot of salted water to a boil and cook until pasta floats. I personally would test them before taking them out since they might float before the whole pasta is actually ready.
  • http://savingsomemoney.tumblr.com maximem

    WOW this is awesome!

  • http://iadorefood.com/ Alex – I Adore Food!

    And so delish:) and homemade yay!:)

  • Sarah Krekorian

    This are so cute! We were given a pasta maker for Christmas and I’ve been on the look out for recipes ever since. Will have to try these!

  • http://iadorefood.com/ Alex – I Adore Food!

    I hope you enjoy them!!:)

  • Verve

    Do these keep at all after they are cooked? Can you freeze them? 

  • N Kiffa

    Interesting! Never tried roasted pepper in a pasta dough before

  • http://iadorefood.com/ Alex – I Adore Food!

    It gives it a hint of red pepper flavor and a nice color:)

  • http://iadorefood.com/ Alex – I Adore Food!

    Yes! I actually freeze my fresh pasta when I make too much! Prepare the pasta, freeze it on a cookie sheet and then transfer the bow ties to a freezer bag! :)

  • Madonna

    Excellent job – tutorial and photos.  I appreciate your philosophy.  I too eat very minimal processed food due to health issues that cleared up as soon as I quit eating processed food and started eating whole foods. I am always looking for downsized recipes since the family is smaller now. I really look for recipes for two that can be doubled when we get company.   Families are smaller in general, but if these are freezable then I am in.  I do have a question.  Should these be left to dry a little while, or should they be cooked immediately?  

  • http://iadorefood.com/ Alex – I Adore Food!

    :) they can be left out to dry a bit, it does not hurt but you can also cook them right away:) they are freezable :) freeze them on a cookie sheet and then transfer them to a freezer bag:)

  • http://stutekitchen.blogspot.com/ CK

    Yum Yum! Looks like it’s fairly easy! Will try it out! thanks a bunch! :)

  • http://iadorefood.com/ Alex – I Adore Food!

    :) enjoy! Fresh pasta is the best!