Unique Spinach Noodles

These green spinach noodles have a very interesting texture and flavor — but they taste better than store-bought noodles because they're fresh. Use in soups, or serve alone; they are great either way. This is an easy recipe, and you'll get lots of compliments because you made them yourself.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 324 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ¼ cups torn spinach leaves

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine spinach and water in a saucepan. Cover, and cook till spinach is very tender. Cool slightly.

Step 2

Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 1 minute. Roll very thin on a floured surface. Let rest 20 minutes. Roll up loosely. Slice 1/4 inch wide. Unroll. Cut into desired lengths. Spread out on a rack to dry for 2 hours.

Step 3

Place spinach and liquid in a blender container. Add egg and salt. Cover, and blend till smooth. Transfer to a bowl. Add enough flour to make a stiff dough.