The flour mixture was blended in a mixer (Heavy Duty Kitchen
Aid) with salt solution until it achieved the final optimum water
absorption. The dough was then allowed to rest at room temperature
(23 C) for a further 15 min and then sheeted on a noodle
machine (Ampia Model: 150, Marcato, Italy). The noodles were
pre-cooked in boiling water for 1 min and rinsed with cool water.