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Passatelli[edit]

Passatelli is a traditional Italian pasta originating from the Emilia-Romagna region. It is a type of pasta made from a mixture of breadcrumbs, grated cheese, eggs, and nutmeg, which is then pressed through a special iron or a potato ricer to form thick, noodle-like strands.

Ingredients and Preparation[edit]

The primary ingredients for Passatelli include:

Breadcrumbs
Grated cheese, typically Parmigiano-Reggiano
Eggs
Nutmeg
Lemon zest (optional)
Salt and pepper

To prepare Passatelli, the ingredients are mixed to form a dough. The dough is then pressed through a special tool called a "ferro per passatelli" or a potato ricer to create the characteristic thick strands. These strands are typically cooked in a rich broth, often made from chicken or beef.

Serving Suggestions[edit]

Passatelli is traditionally served in a hot broth, making it a comforting dish especially popular during the colder months. It can be served as a first course or as a main dish. Some variations include serving Passatelli with a sauce or ragù, although the classic preparation is in broth.

Variations[edit]

While the traditional recipe calls for Parmigiano-Reggiano, some variations may use other types of cheese such as Grana Padano. Additionally, the dough can be flavored with lemon zest or herbs to add a unique twist to the classic dish.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Passatelli is a beloved dish in the Emilia-Romagna region and is often associated with family gatherings and festive occasions. It reflects the region's culinary tradition of using simple, high-quality ingredients to create flavorful dishes.

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-'''Passatelli''' is a type of [[pasta]] originating from the [[Emilia-Romagna]] and [[Marche]] regions of [[Italy]]. It is traditionally made from a mixture of [[breadcrumbs]], [[Parmigiano-Reggiano]] cheese, [[eggs]], [[nutmeg]], and [[lemon zest]]. The dough is then pressed through a passatelli or potato ricer to form thick strands, which are cooked in [[chicken broth]].
+== Passatelli ==
-== History ==
+[[File:Passatelli.jpg|thumb|right|A bowl of freshly made Passatelli]]
-The origins of passatelli can be traced back to the Middle Ages, when it was a popular dish among the poor due to its simple and inexpensive ingredients. It was traditionally served during the Christmas season, but has since become a staple in Italian cuisine year-round.
+'''Passatelli''' is a traditional [[Italian cuisine|Italian]] pasta originating from the [[Emilia-Romagna]] region. It is a type of pasta made from a mixture of [[breadcrumbs]], [[grated cheese]], [[eggs]], and [[nutmeg]], which is then pressed through a special iron or a potato ricer to form thick, noodle-like strands.
-== Preparation ==
+== Ingredients and Preparation ==
-To prepare passatelli, breadcrumbs are mixed with grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, eggs, nutmeg, and lemon zest to form a dough. The dough is then pressed through a passatelli maker or potato ricer to create thick strands. These strands are then cooked in chicken broth until they rise to the surface, indicating that they are done. The dish is typically served hot, often with a sprinkling of additional Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese on top.
+The primary ingredients for Passatelli include:
+* [[Breadcrumbs]]
+* [[Grated cheese]], typically [[Parmigiano-Reggiano]]
+* [[Eggs]]
+* [[Nutmeg]]
+* [[Lemon zest]] (optional)
+* [[Salt]] and [[pepper]]
+To prepare Passatelli, the ingredients are mixed to form a dough. The dough is then pressed through a special tool called a "ferro per passatelli" or a potato ricer to create the characteristic thick strands. These strands are typically cooked in a rich [[broth]], often made from [[chicken]] or [[beef]].
+== Serving Suggestions ==
+Passatelli is traditionally served in a hot [[broth]], making it a comforting dish especially popular during the colder months. It can be served as a [[first course]] or as a main dish. Some variations include serving Passatelli with a [[sauce]] or [[ragù]], although the classic preparation is in broth.
 == Variations ==
-While the traditional recipe for passatelli calls for breadcrumbs, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, eggs, nutmeg, and lemon zest, there are many variations of the dish. Some recipes may include other ingredients such as [[garlic]], [[parsley]], or [[spinach]]. In addition, while passatelli is traditionally cooked in chicken broth, it can also be served in a variety of other broths or even in a tomato-based sauce.
+While the traditional recipe calls for [[Parmigiano-Reggiano]], some variations may use other types of [[cheese]] such as [[Grana Padano]]. Additionally, the dough can be flavored with [[lemon zest]] or [[herbs]] to add a unique twist to the classic dish.
+== Cultural Significance ==
+Passatelli is a beloved dish in the [[Emilia-Romagna]] region and is often associated with [[family gatherings]] and [[festive occasions]]. It reflects the region's culinary tradition of using simple, high-quality ingredients to create flavorful dishes.
-== See also ==
+== Related Pages ==
-* [[List of pasta]]
 * [[Italian cuisine]]
+* [[Pasta]]
 * [[Emilia-Romagna]]
-* [[Marche]]
+* [[Parmigiano-Reggiano]]
+[[Category:Italian cuisine]]
 [[Category:Pasta]]
-[[Category:Italian cuisine]]
-[[Category:Emilia-Romagna]]
-[[Category:Marche]]
-{{Italian cuisine}}
-{{pasta}}
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