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Is Fresh Pasta Worth It?

Making fresh pasta adds a hands-on stage to an Italian meal, with the dough’s flavor and texture becoming part of the experience.

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FROM THE VIGA JOURNAL · 2023

A brief edition of this story from the Viga archive.

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Give the dough some attention

Mixing, shaping and practicing with pasta dough can be rewarding, even when it takes more effort than opening a package. The article encourages starting simply and becoming more comfortable over time.

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Let the pasta lead

A restrained sauce can keep attention on the pasta itself. Olive oil, garlic or butter are among the combinations suggested. The piece also describes Viga’s emphasis on freshly prepared ingredients in its pasta dishes.

Originally published March 21, 2023More stories
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