Turn a paper shredder into a pasta maker

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Paper shredders were allegedly inspired by pasta machines, so why not take them back to their roots? Not sure how well this works. According to the wikiHow, this "hack" was made popular by the Food Network's resident deep geek Alton Brown. If you're a foodie/cook *and* a geek, you might enjoy Brown's Food Network show, Good Eats, as much as I do.

How to Use a Paper Shredder as a Pasta Machine - [via] Link

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Posted by: Shadyman on September 12, 2007 at 6:43 PM

The only problem is, I don't think they use food-grade lubricating oil. Unless only cross-cut shredders need oil...


Posted by: RDAC on September 12, 2007 at 7:21 PM

I love his show, and Iron Chef (Japanese version). I don't think I'll ever eat what they cook on the show, but at least it's inventive.


Posted by: TommySez on September 13, 2007 at 4:06 AM

I like to stick with food-grade equipment when making, well, food.

Still love Alton, though.


Posted by: Eliot_K on September 18, 2007 at 9:43 AM

Oh my god I hate Alton Brown's show. Hate it so much.


Posted by: Thomas on January 17, 2008 at 9:10 AM

Awesome! Although I might suggest you clean out the shredder prior to using it.

Thanks and keep posting!
Thomas


Posted by: Lisa Ray on January 27, 2008 at 9:40 PM

I agree. Aside from the obvious mess, I would be afraid of toxic chemicals coming from the tape adhesive and inks used on the paper being in the same place you put food.


Posted by: Lisa Ray on January 27, 2008 at 9:40 PM

I agree. Aside from the obvious mess, I would be afraid of toxic chemicals coming from the tape adhesive and inks used on the paper being in the same place you put food.
http://www.fellowes-shredder.com


Posted by: paper shredders on August 8, 2008 at 11:53 PM

Turn a paper shredder into a pasta maker

Really a thoughtful idea. Has good potential to turn from office equipment to a food processor. If its successful its really going to be a big hit.


Posted by: Shredder on May 22, 2009 at 4:12 AM

http://www.shredderwarehouse.com

This is great advice! The last line really hits home. I try to clean my computer desk with my computer on. A new email comes in and…there goes my attention!


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