Homemade 8-Finger Cavatelli

Directions

1. 1

   1/2 lb ricotta cheese -- strained 1 egg pinch salt pinch pepper 1/2 lb flour Method: Place ricotta and egg with salt and pepper in a large b

2. 2

   With a fork, beat egg and cheese until well combined

3. 3

   Place flour on a flat, smooth work surface (preferably wood)

4. 4

   Create a small well in middle of flour

5. 5

   Pour cheese-egg mixture into well

6. 6

   Draw some of the flour over the well, mixing it in with a fork a little at a time until egg mixture is no longer runny

7. 7

   Draw the sides of the mound together with your hands

8. 8

   Work the mixture together with your fingers and palms until it is smooth and well intergrated