By Alto Hartley

Pasta is a staple in many commercial kitchens. It can be the base of an endless number of dishes. What many people don’t know is that you can make your own pasta with three simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand; eggs, flour, and salt. When you have the right tools, making your own pasta can be worth the extra prep time. The Arcobaleno Pasta Machines give you the ability to increase profits, have greater control over the ingredients, and create unique flavors.

How can making my own pasta increase profits?

Dried pasta is something that is readily available on the shelves of any grocery store. However, not many people have the tools necessary to make fresh pasta at home. Customers are more likely to pay extra for something that they do not have access to on a daily basis. By creating fresh, house made pasta, foodservice operations have the ability to charge higher menu prices.

Why do I need greater control over the ingredients of my pasta?

Many variations of pasta have emerged in recent years, including gluten free and whole wheat varieties. By making your pasta in house, you are able to control all of the ingredients in the pasta, allowing you to offer the healthier whole wheat option, as well as a gluten free option for those suffering from allergies and intolerances. By controlling the ingredients, you are increasing the range of customers who can eat certain menu items. When you control ingredients, you can also ensure the quality. For example, operations that use high grade”00″ or semolina flours can control quality and increase profitability.

What kind of unique pasta flavors can I make?

Adding flavors to your homemade pastas not only gives them a unique taste but can add color to a normally bland looking dish. These flavored pastas also play very well off of different pasta sauces. Some pasta flavors that have become popular in recent years include sun-dried tomato and squid ink, or consider adding a green tint by using spinach or artichoke.