Pasta Essentials
- Marcato Atlas 150 Pasta Machine
I use this for making homemade pasta. It’s perfect for rolling out dough and cutting it into lasagna sheets, fettuccine, and tagliolini.
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This collapsible rack is what I use to dry my fresh pasta. It’s easy to set up and gives me plenty of space to hang long noodles like tagliatelle and spaghetti.
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When I want a variety of shapes, I use this pasta cutter. It’s simple to use and makes pasta like spaghetti and tagliatelle with perfect edges.
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I love using this stamp set when I’m making homemade ravioli. The stamps give each piece a professional look with neat, crimped edges.
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Pizza Tools
- Emile Henry Pizza Stone
This pizza stone is key for achieving a crispy crust. I use it both in the oven and on the grill, and it never fails to give my pizza that perfect, wood-fired texture.
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I use this wooden pizza peel to slide pizzas in and out of the oven without messing up the dough or toppings. It’s lightweight and easy to handle.
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This scraper is a must for working with pizza dough. I use it to portion dough and clean up sticky dough bits from the counter.
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Sauce and Prep Tools
- ChefSofi Mortar and Pestle
For crushing fresh garlic, herbs, and spices, I use this heavy-duty mortar and pestle. It’s perfect for making pesto and spice blends that need that rustic texture.
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This is my go-to tool for zesting lemons, grating cheese, or finely grating garlic into sauces. It’s especially useful when making authentic Italian dishes that rely on fresh citrus or Parmesan.
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I keep my extra virgin olive oil in this stylish dispenser. It’s convenient for drizzling oil over pasta, salads, or bruschetta without making a mess.
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Baking Tools
- USA Pan Biscotti Pan
When I’m baking biscotti, this pan gives me perfectly shaped cookies every time. The non-stick surface ensures that nothing sticks, making it easy to remove the baked goods.
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I use this rolling pin to prepare dough for pizzas and Italian pastries. It’s heavy enough to roll out even the stiffest dough with ease.
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This pastry wheel is essential when I’m making pasta or pastry dough. It helps me create decorative edges on ravioli or other filled pastas.
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Other Must-Haves
- Mezzaluna Knife
This curved knife makes it easy to chop herbs, garlic, and vegetables quickly. It’s a great tool for preparing fresh sauces or salad toppings.
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A good garlic press is indispensable in an Italian kitchen. I use it to quickly mince garlic without having to chop it by hand.
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