making pasta - do i really need 00 flour?
You do not need 00 flour to make pasta. 00 flour is a fine grind, low gluten flour. It makes pasta more “delicate” (less chewy). Gluten is a protein, so low gluten=low protein.
If you want a sturdy pasta, like macaroni or even spaghetti, then you need to use Reading More May Cause Envy…
About Me
I love food. Unfortunately, I can't cook worth a damn. I've been known to even burn water.
When I watch chefs and good cooks on tv, I'm so envious of their skills. This blog is the closest I get to cooking, other than the microwave ;)
Try not to drool!
John, New Englander turned Cali dude