How To Make Wholewheat Pasta

This requires more egg to flour than ordinary homemade pasta. It also needs a little oil, because wholewheat flour soaks up the moisture.

1. Step 1:

   Sieve the flour and salt together, either into a bowl or directly onto the work surface.

2. Step 2:

   Make a well in the centre and break in the eggs.

3. Step 3:

   Mix with your fingertips, making sure all the egg is incorporated into the flour.

4. Step 4:

   When all is combined, knead the dough for about 10 minutes, or until it is smooth and pliable.

5. Step 5:

   Leave it covered in cling film for 30–40 minutes before using. Make sure it is well covered or it will dry out.

6. Step 6:

   It is now ready to be rolled out, shaped or put through a pasta maker.

7. Step 7:

   Use a little flour mixed with a spoonful of cornmeal or polenta for the rolling-out process; it will keep the pasta from sticking together.

8. Step 8:

   Now make a delicious sauce, such as pesto, to cover it!

9. Step 9:

   To cook fresh pasta, have a large pan of salted boiling water ready and drop in the pasta. Cook for 2–3 minutes, depending on how thick the pasta is. Drain well before serving.