🍝 Recipe for Smooth/Ridged Pacchero or Smooth/Ridged Canestro with Philips Pasta Maker Avance

🧂 Ingredients for 4 servings

• 400 g of durum wheat semolina (re-milled or not, any brand you prefer)
• 170 ml of total liquids, including:
  • 💧 water
  • 🫒 10 ml of extra virgin olive oil

🛠️ Preparation

🔧 1. Die setup

• Combine two die components:
  • the smooth pacchero top
  • and the ridged canestro base
    ➡️ This creates a custom die for a “Smooth Canestro”
• Insert it into the Philips Pasta Maker Avance.

🥣 2. Dough preparation

• Pour the semolina into the mixing container.
• Start the machine and gradually add the liquids during kneading.

🔁 3. Second kneading cycle (for Avance users)

• If using Philips Viva, a second cycle is not needed.
• For Philips Avance:
  • When the extrusion beep sounds, turn off the machine
  • Turn it back on and hold the start button for a few seconds
  • Repeat to perform a second kneading cycle

🍝 4. Extrusion

• The pasta is well-formed from the start, no need to reinsert the first pieces.
• Continue extrusion until the dough is fully processed.
  ⚠️ May require multiple extrusion sessions.

✂️ 5. Cutting and drying

• Cut the canestro or pacchero to your desired length.
  👉 Longer cuts enhance the ridged base effect.
• Place on a drying rack until ready to cook.

✅ Final Result

A versatile and elegant format, perfect for stuffing, baking, or pairing with rich sauces.
The smooth/ridged combination offers aesthetics and functionality in every bite.