pasta

Question 1

Pasta is made of what?

Answer 1

by combining water with semolina, made from durum flour, which is especially grown for pasta. It can also be made from whole-wheat flour- it will be higher in nutrients and fiber than standard pasta but it has a tougher texture and stronger taste

Question 2

Pasta manufactured are enriched with what?

Answer 2

Vitamins B and iron

Question 3

Why durum wheat?

Answer 3

the protein in durum wheat flour gives pasta its elasticity and helps it maintain its shape during cooking. Durum wheat is higher in caratenoid pigments, which contribute to pasta’s rich, golden color.

Question 4

What is semolina?

Answer 4

darker and coarser than all purpose flour, has a more earthy aroma, high protein and gluten content

Question 5

How is pasta formed?

Answer 5

by placing the freshly made pasta dough in a cylinder and forcing it through holes in small discs (dies)
The type of disc used determines what kind of pasta is produced

Question 6

what pasta has a higher moisture content (softer consistency)?

Answer 6

fresh pasta

Question 7

Explain and gives examples of asian pasta/ asian noodles pasta

Answer 7

Wheat noodles (aka egg noodles; most popular and widely available)
Rice noodles
Bean starch noodles
Buckwheat noodles

Question 8

Explain filled pasta

Answer 8

sheets of pasta dough that can be filled or folded

Question 9

Gives an example of filled pasta

Answer 9

Ravioli
Tortellini
Lunettes
Agnolotti
Cappelletti

Question 10

what type of pasta couscous is?

Answer 10

moroccan pasta

Question 11

couscous is made of what?

Answer 11

semolina that has been cooked, dried, and pulverized into small, rough particles the size of rice grains

Question 12

How do you cook pasta?

Answer 12

Easy to prepare by boiling or simmering -> boiling is preferred
When cooked most pastas expand to 2 or 3 times their original size
Properly prepared pasta is not excessively sticky, and once is done, it is drained and ready to serve

Question 13

Why you need to avoid rinsing pasta?

Answer 13

Because the sauce is not gong to stick

Question 14

Can you cook pasta in the microwave?

Answer 14

yes in small portions

Question 15

How do you cook pasta in the microwave?

Answer 15

Measure out the amount of dry pasta you want to cook into a microwave-safe bowl
Cover it with water and coo on high for about 5 min
Stir the pasta and give one piece a bite to see how cooked it is
Continue cooking for about 5 min more -> check for doneness every couple of minutes
Drain the excess water

Question 16

How do you store pasta?

Answer 16

Dried pasta should be tightly wrapped stored in a cool, dry place

Fresh pasta uncooked - keep in the fridge until the “use by” date ~one month in the freezer
When cooked pasta- will keep in the freezer for about 3 months