Can you cook bigger pastas, like rigatoni, ziti etc?
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Yes, with no problem. I have found whatever the cook time is on the package I put the water in and the pasta and cook for that amount of time, stir and add the same amount of additional time and the pasta comes out perfect! I've bought several Pasta Boats for family and friends and everyone loves them. It's the only "As seen on TV" item I've ever purchased that is worthwhile.
1096366
Yes, you can make all kinds of pasta in the pasta maker. It is the best invention ever! I don't know how I lived without it all these years! I put a whole bag or box of pasta in it with about 2 inches of water covering it and put the micro for 20 to 25 minutes and it's done. It's awesome because you don't have to stand around and stir it. And, it taste great! Don't think twice ... get it! :-)
1853418
I have never done that but I don't see why not. Of course it would depend on cooking time. You would not want to steam something that would take longer than the pasta to cook. Know what ? I think I'll try it. Hope this helps. CW
2082164
You can cook any smaller amount up to its capacity. This is per my wife who uses it often.
424521
The machine is fabulous, got perfect results the very first try ( I have been making pasta for years). It will produce two sizes of "tube"pasta, much like pene rigatti, which could easily be stuffed with a bit of patience. The other shapes are not hollow. I do suggest, however, that if you want larger "tubes" use a manual machine (Atlas is perfect) and make large tubes on a piece of pvc pipe, sealing the edges with water.
475531
I have! 9 noodles, everything cooked the same as I always do lasagne. I believe I cooked it on 350*. Just cover with foil for majority of cook time. Turned out great!
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Hi Mike, if you like the thin pasta for pizza it is ok, however this acessory is more apropriate for make pasta. Regards
898178
no. some types of pasta may require stirring, others do not. the instructions will tell you.
1202853
Yes they will, easily, but a whole pound would tax the larger size strainer capacity. Vigorous shaking shaved the cooked pasta a bit. Because theý're fine mesh, clean them soon after use before the starch sets.
1540008
It's okay, but if you do a lot of pasta, look for a taller pot. Other notes: this is our go to pot for pasta sauce and soup, you can saute and then add the other ingredients saving a lot of time and pot washing.
489688
It will not. Large shells and cavatelli are completely different types of pasta. There may be an extruded attachment for a kitchen aid stand mixer that will do that or there may be another brand of pasta extruder on the market that makes them .. Pretty sure that's an Italian American creation, the large stuffed shells. Make manicotti! :)
1591310
Yes. Especially if you are a big eater. If not, pour some in a zip-lock bag and then reuse the Mountain House bag to cook the other portion.
1425582
Yes. I love the machine and just used it this past weekend to make Organic Whole Wheat pasta. I have used various types of flour. Although easy to use you need to get used to the "adding water" process to get the perfect consistency. Its easy you just have to get the feel for it. Using different flours will effect how much or how little water you need to "trickle" in during processing.
1525813
Too big for spaghetti. Try a Pasta Pot. I have one of those. They work great.
1279840
If you have a kitchen aid stand mixer you are ready to make ravioli and any other kind of pasta. You can're bet home made pasta. Good luck and have fun.
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No, it wouldn't work, it will "rice" potatoes or eggs, but they come out so short/small/fine, noodles wouldn't stay together, better off with pasta maker
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Start out following the recipes exactly and it will work fine. After you learn about the consistency of the flours, etc. you will be able to expand your recipe collection. It is fun to make the fresh pasta all the time at first, but I started to dry my pasta (it is pretty fragile) and later discovered it is better to freeze it. The tube stuff does not work as well (with any pasta machine), and you will have a mess in your kitchen because of the amount of countertop space things take. Just have your pot of water (or broth) going before you get the pasta through the machine dies so you can cut the pasta and drop it in right away. Also have things set up so you can drain the pasta right away, too. Enjoy Start out following the recipes exactly and it will work fine. After you learn about the consistency of the flours, etc. you will be able to expand your recipe collection. It is fun to make the fresh pasta all the time at first, but I started to dry my pasta (it is pretty fragile) and later discovered it is better to freeze it. The tube stuff does not work as well (with any pasta machine), and you will have a mess in your kitchen because of the amount of countertop space things take. Just have your pot of water (or broth) going before you get the pasta through the machine dies so you can... » Read More Start out following the recipes exactly and it will work fine. After you learn about the consistency of the flours, etc. you will be able to expand your recipe collection. It is fun to make the fresh pasta all the time at first, but I started to dry my pasta (it is pretty fragile) and later discovered it is better to freeze it. The tube stuff does not work as well (with any pasta machine), and you will have a mess in your kitchen because of the amount of countertop space things take. Just have your pot of water (or broth) going before you get the pasta through the machine dies so you can cut the pasta and drop it in right away. Also have things set up so you can drain the pasta right away, too. Enjoy « Show Less
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Yes! You can cook two small to medium size (depending on the diameter) pizzas. You can also cook two pans of cookies or two pans of roasted vegetables, or a whole chicken. This oven is twice the size of most convection ovens-we love it!