{"product_id":"pasta-chitarra-drying-rack","title":"Pasta Chitarra + Drying Rack","description":"Prepare to make homemade pasta that any Italian grandmother would be proud of. All you need is flour, egg, and your Italian Chitarra Pasta + Drying Rack. Made of natural wood and strung like a guitar, the chitarra (pronounced key-tahr-rah) reflects the musicality and artistry that Italians bring to their cuisine. And the artisan-made Collapsable Pasta Drying Rack from Piedmont, Italy, provides space for drying all types of long noodles and homemade pastas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/BkZPmrJkBeY\"\u003eClick to learn how to use the Pasta Chitarra!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c!-- x-tinymce\/html --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDETAILS \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePasta Chitarra\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c!-- x-tinymce\/html --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade by artisans at Verve Culture in Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChitarra: 15\" x 7.75\" x 3.25\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolling Pin: 9.5\" x 1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand wash only. Use a pastry scraper to remove any sticky pieces of dough. Treat wood and wires with food-safe mineral oil to keep your chitarra in prime condition. Never run through the dishwasher. Store in a clean, dry place. Over time, strings may become loose. To tighten, us a large flathead screwdriver to rotate the two silver screws until strings are taut. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eDrying Rack\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade by artisans at Verve Culture in Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14\" x 11\" x 9.5\" \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand wash only. Wipe clean with a dry cloth or brush. This product is artisan-made, so slight variations may occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABOUT THE ARTISAN\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe craftsman who works these items by hand is full of meaning, it prefers the slow and meticulous work of the hands and the great attention to produce not only well-made objects but also to the diffusion of a message of simplicity which is at the same time full of sensations and memories of distant times, of the grandparents, of the youth lived in the almost forgotten small villages of our splendid region.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c!-- x-tinymce\/html --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePASTA RECIPE FROM VERVE:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaking homemade pasta is not only simple and easy but it is also a healthier alternative to store-bought pasta. With just two basic ingredients, you can create a delicious, fresh, and flavorful pasta that is perfect for any occasion. In this recipe you will find ingredients and directions for making pasta dough from scratch. So grab your apron, and let's get started!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIngredients:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 cups of flour (\"00\" soft wheat flour preferred - if not available, all-purpose flour will work)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 large eggs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eextra flour or water as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInstructions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart by making a mound of the flour directly on the countertop. Make a deep crater in the top and add the eggs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 - 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.  Add water or flour as needed until the consistency is similar to play-doh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the gluten in the flour to relax and make the dough easier to roll out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoll the dough into thin sheets using a rolling pin or pasta roller. The thinner the sheets, the more delicate the pasta will be (recommended 1-2mm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the sheets into rectangles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePASTA CHITARRA: Place rectangles on top of chitarra wires. Use rolling pin with light-to-moderate pressure to cut the strands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePASTA CUTTERS: Roll pasta rolling pin cutter across dough with hard pressure.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKNIFE: Use a knife to cut desired noodle length into the rectangles.\u003cbr\u003eLet the pasta air dry for about 15 minutes in swirled nests on a floured surface or hand on a pasta drying rack.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGently place the noodles in a large pot of salted water for about 2-3 minutes, or until it's al dente (pasta should rise to the top). Be careful not to overcook the pasta, as it will become mushy.\u003cbr\u003eDrain the pasta and serve it with your favorite sauce, or top it with grated cheese and fresh herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercy House Global","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44640894189762,"sku":"183182145957","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1149\/2930\/files\/9a978f0800f64eea8619096a9b1d776b.jpg?v=1748634386","url":"https:\/\/mercyhouseglobal.org\/products\/pasta-chitarra-drying-rack","provider":"Mercy House Global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}