Emeril Lagasse Pasta&Beyond - User Manual

Fill the Dry Measuring Cup with our
until slightly overfull. Use the Spatula/Cleaning
Tool to level off the our. Add the our
to the Mixing Chamber. NOTE: The Dry
Measuring Cup holds 1 ½ cups our.
When the ingredients are done mixing,
the mixer will pause and reverse direction
beginning to extrude the dough.
Beat eggs and add the egg to the Liquid
Measuring Cup. Then, add oil and water
to the same measuring cup with the eggs
until you reach required measurement.
Stir to mix all the wet ingredients. Add all
the liquid in slowly while the our mixes.
Place the Mixing Chamber Lid on the
Mixing Chamber. Press the Power Button
and then the Batch Button.
While the pasta is extruding, cut it
to size using the Spatula/Cleaning Tool
with a downward motion. Cut to
your desired length. For most pasta, cut
at about 10 inches for each portion.
Add dry ingredients
Extrude pasta doughAdd liquid and mix
Press to start appliance
Cut pasta to length
STEP 1
STEP 4STEP 3
STEP 2
STEP 5
See owner’s manual for complete
instructions and important safety
information before using this product.
IMPORTANT: Unpack all parts from the
box and remove any clear or blue protective
lm on the components. Wash with
warm, soapy water before rst use (only
select accessories are dishwasher safe).
Quick Start Guide

Summary

Quick Start Guide

Add dry ingredients

Fill the Dry Measuring Cup with flour, level it, and add to the Mixing Chamber.

Press to start appliance

Place the Mixing Chamber Lid on, press the Power Button, then the Batch Button.

Add liquid and mix

Mix eggs, oil, and water. Slowly add liquid to flour while mixing.

Extrude pasta dough

Mixer pauses and reverses to extrude dough when ingredients are mixed.

Cut pasta to length

Cut extruded pasta to desired length, about 10 inches per portion.

Assembling the Pasta Maker Housing

Pasta Maker Parts Identification

Identify the main components of the pasta maker, including housing, mixing chamber, lid, and extrusion parts.

Pasta Disc Types

Overview of available pasta discs for Penne, Spaghetti, Linguine, Tagliatelle, Udon, Angel Hair, Fettuccine, and Lasagna.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Usage Features
3. Maintenance Features

The Emeril Lagasse Pasta & Beyond device is an automated pasta maker designed to simplify the process of making fresh pasta at home. This Quick Start Guide provides an overview of its operation, from adding ingredients to extruding and cutting pasta, along with instructions for assembling the pasta maker housing and identifying its various parts and pasta disc types.

Function Description

The Emeril Lagasse Pasta & Beyond device automates the entire pasta-making process, from mixing dry and wet ingredients to extruding fresh pasta. It eliminates the need for manual kneading and rolling, making homemade pasta accessible and convenient. The device is capable of producing various pasta shapes, depending on the chosen pasta disc, including Penne, Spaghetti, Linguine, Tagliatelle, Udon, Angel Hair, Fettucine, and Lasagna.

Usage Features

The device features a straightforward, step-by-step operation:

1. Adding Dry Ingredients: Users begin by filling the Dry Measuring Cup with flour, leveling it off with the Spatula/Cleaning Tool, and then adding the flour to the Mixing Chamber. The Dry Measuring Cup holds 1 1/2 cups of flour.

2. Starting the Appliance: After placing the Mixing Chamber Lid on the Mixing Chamber, the user presses the Power Button, followed by the Batch Button, to initiate the mixing process.

3. Adding Liquid and Mixing: Eggs are beaten and added to the Liquid Measuring Cup. Oil and water are then added to the same cup until the required measurement is reached. All wet ingredients are stirred together. The liquid is slowly added to the Mixing Chamber while the flour mixes, ensuring proper hydration of the dough.

4. Extruding Pasta Dough: Once the ingredients are thoroughly mixed, the mixer pauses and reverses direction to begin extruding the dough. This automated extrusion process ensures consistent pasta thickness and shape.

5. Cutting Pasta to Length: As the pasta extrudes, users can cut it to their desired length using the Spatula/Cleaning Tool with a downward motion. For most pasta types, a length of about 10 inches per portion is recommended.

The device's design incorporates several key components for its operation:

• Basic Unit Housing (A): The main body of the appliance that houses the motor and controls.
• Mixing Chamber (B): Where dry and wet ingredients are combined and mixed to form the pasta dough.
• Mixing Chamber Lid (C): Covers the Mixing Chamber during operation, ensuring ingredients remain contained.
• Kneading Paddle (D): Located within the Mixing Chamber, this paddle mixes and kneads the dough.
• Auger Sleeve (E): A component that guides the auger.
• Auger (F): A screw-like mechanism that pushes the dough through the pasta disc for extrusion.
• Pasta Disc (G): Interchangeable discs with different hole patterns to create various pasta shapes.
• Extrusion Collector Ring (H): A ring that holds the pasta disc in place at the extrusion opening.
• Screw Cap (I): Secures the extrusion collector ring and pasta disc to the auger sleeve.

The variety of pasta discs (G) allows for diverse culinary creations:

• P1 Penne: For tube-shaped pasta.
• P2 Spaghetti: For long, thin, round strands.
• P3 Linguine: For flat, elliptical strands, wider than spaghetti.
• P4 Tagliatelle: For long, flat ribbons, wider than fettuccine.
• P5 Udon: For thick, chewy Japanese noodles.
• P6 Angel Hair: For very thin, delicate strands.
• P7 Fettucine: For flat, thick strands.
• P8 Lasagna: For wide, flat sheets of pasta.

Maintenance Features

The Quick Start Guide emphasizes initial setup and cleaning:

• Unpacking and Protective Film Removal: Before first use, all parts must be unpacked, and any clear or blue protective film on the components must be removed.
• Initial Cleaning: Components should be washed with warm, soapy water before the first use. It is noted that "only select accessories are dishwasher safe," implying that some parts may require hand washing to prevent damage. This highlights the importance of consulting the owner's manual for specific cleaning instructions for each component to ensure proper maintenance and longevity of the device.

The design of the device, with its separable components like the Mixing Chamber, Mixing Chamber Lid, Kneading Paddle, Auger Sleeve, Auger, Pasta Disc, Extrusion Collector Ring, and Screw Cap, suggests that these parts are designed for easy disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly. This modular design simplifies the cleaning process, which is crucial for food preparation appliances. Regular cleaning of these parts prevents dough residue buildup and maintains hygiene.

Emeril Lagasse Pasta&Beyond Specifications

General

Type	Pasta Maker
Brand	Emeril Lagasse
Model	Pasta & Beyond
Color	Silver/Black
Power Source	Electric
Voltage	120V
Material	Plastic
Included Accessories	Measuring cup, cleaning tool, pasta discs
Functions	Mixing, Kneading, Extruding
Pasta Shapes	Spaghetti, fettuccine, penne, lasagna, tagliatelle
Capacity	1 pound