Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Making Home Made Noodles

One of the things I have always wanted to master is making noodles.  I figure its a good skill to have just in case, and I have it under advisory that homemade noodles are a hundred times better than store bought.  But some how I never bothered making my own. 

So this Christmas my mother asked what I would like. I instantly replied "A pasta maker!"  But not just any pasta maker, I wanted a non electric one.  That way if we loose power and I feel the urge to whip up a bunch of noodles I can!  You can also use the roller to make homemade crackers.



Well my mom obliged her strange daughter and I got a beautiful new hand operated pasta maker for Christmas.

Today I made chicken n' dumplings from the roast chicken we had for dinner last night and I decided to make home made egg noodles instead of using store bought.

It was an adventure and really fun.  Even eldest daughter got into the act!



It just takes flour and eggs



The mixed and kneaded doe



Roll through several times




Noodle time!





Into the pot



Time to eat!



These were so good.  I can't believe the difference in flavor and texture. The children asked for thirds, and while they love noodles this was a hit.  Definitely worth the trouble.

Tuesday, July 10, 2012

A trip to the mountians

we recently went up to a lake in the mountains to have a day of relaxation and fun.  It was cool and so beautiful.  We had a wonderful time and I don't think that there has ever been a happier kid than Viking Boy.  He was in heaven all day!  We fished and caught some nice rainbows, had roasted hot dogs, explored around the lake and streams nearby, and just enjoyed being together.