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how to store fresh homemade pasta tutorial

How to Store Fresh Homemade Pasta Without Drying It Out

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Learn how to store fresh homemade pasta using methods like freezing, drying, and short-term chilling to preserve taste and texture.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Varies by batch

Ingredients

Semolina flour

Fresh homemade pasta

Airtight containers

Drying rack

Olive oil (for cooked pasta)

Instructions

1. Dust fresh pasta with semolina.

2. Let rest 15–30 mins on a floured tray.

3. To freeze, flash-freeze for 30 minutes and seal in airtight bags.

4. To dry, hang on racks for 24–48 hours.

5. Store dried pasta in a cool dark place.

6. Store cooked pasta in fridge with olive oil.

7. Reheat pasta in boiling water or on stove with broth.

Notes

Use a slotted spoon for filled pasta like ravioli.

Avoid refrigerating fresh raw pasta unless slightly dried first.

Do not thaw frozen pasta before cooking.

  • Author: hcbrahim
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Cooking Tips
  • Method: Storage
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg