"Andy" <q> wrote in message ...
> kilikini, after taking an infinite amount of time, finally, on 17 Aug
> 2006, typed out:
>
> > We're really looking for some good flour, *and*, my aunt was just here
> > two weeks ago, so :-P. <g>
> >
> > On a serious note, I'd just like to see someone use it so I have an
> > idea. Once we find good flour, I'll experiment, but it's kind of like
> > bread or pizza crust making to me; it's intimidating!
> >
> > kili
>
>
> kili,
>
> It IS intimidating. No matter how many times you see it done on TV,
> there's just NO WAY this powdery all purpose flour and eggs and salt is
> gonna turn into pasta. It's a trick of the camera behind the scenes!!!
> That is until you try it and it WORKS!!!
>
> I had my doubts, too!
>
> Just be sure to make a mess and have fun!
>
> My very first few gobs of dough went back through the roller attachment
> after I ran out of arm reach and the sheets folded and glued together.
> Just keep the sheets short (2'-3') and lightly dusted with flour if they
> get tacky as you roll out the sheets.
>
> If I can do it, Kili, that speaks volumes for the rest of humankind.
>
> The only hardship is TFM® having to do all that cranking and gathering
> and shifting "gap gears" while you feed the dough in a straight line.
>
> Andy

Hah, actually, we have a hand crank AND a motor - a worthy $75 attachment!
I can't wait until I crank out my own ravioli. I have so many ideas for
stuffings!

kili